Lee Jung-hoo, known as the 'Grandson of the Wind,' who joined the Major League Baseball (MLB) San Francisco Giants, greeted fans with New Year's wishes on his social media (SNS) account.


On the 31st, Lee Jung-hoo said, "2023 comes to an end today. Thanks to the overwhelming support and love from the fans, I was able to have a happy year," beginning his New Year's greeting.


He continued, "In 2024, I plan to start a new challenge and a new chapter in my baseball career," adding, "I will do my best for the historic and wonderful San Francisco team, and I will play with the love of the fans deeply engraved in my heart."


He also expressed gratitude, saying, "To the Heroes fans who have supported and believed in me for seven years, my fellow players, coaching staff, and team executives and employees, thank you so much. I will never forget you."


Lee Jung-hoo also posted a greeting in English. He said, "I am honored to become a member of the San Francisco team," and promised, "I want to meet San Francisco fans as soon as possible. I am currently training hard during the offseason and will do my best to make San Francisco fans proud."



Having signed a six-year contract worth $113 million with San Francisco, Lee Jung-hoo will head to the United States to begin his full-fledged challenge as soon as administrative procedures such as visa processing are completed.


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