Foreign hitter Guillermo Heredia (32, Cuba), who newly joined the 2022 season integrated winning team SSG Landers, was confident of succeeding in the KBO League himself.
Born in Cuba, Heredia started his career in the Cuban league and played as an outfielder for the Cuban national team in the 2013 World Baseball Classic (WBC).
Heredia, who signed a contract with the Seattle Mariners in 2016, immediately debuted in the major leagues (MLB) and later went through the Tampa Bay Rays, Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets, and Atlanta Braves.
In particular, last year, he tasted the World Series (WS) championship as a member of Atlanta. His career big league records are a .231 batting average, 27 home runs, and 114 RBIs in 591 games.
Although he is not a typical Geopo type, he has good contact skills and stable skills in defense and running, so he was caught on SSG’s radar net, and he eventually chose to go to Korea.
Heredia, who has been preparing for 온라인카지노the 2023 season in Vero Beach, Florida, USA since the 1st (local time) is adapting smoothly.
Heredia, who met with reporters at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex on the 11th, said, “Unlike the US, in Korea, we focus on flexibility and train.” said.
He continued, “I’m happy that the team members treat me well enough to make me think I’m the person I was originally. I think I’m adapting well thanks to that.”
Heredia has fewer home runs in her career compared to her pro career. However, he was good at batting and often hit home runs with line drives.
Director Kim Won-hyeong also expected Heredia to be able to hit 20 home runs in hitter-friendly literature.
However, Heredia said, “I usually hit with an emphasis on contact. It’s not something I can hit if I want to hit a home run.” will come out,” he said.
Heredia, whose defensive power is also not bad, said, “When I’m defending, I run with the mindset that I must help the pitcher.” did.
Heredia is also known for his lively and humorous personality.
In the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Atlanta last year, he drew attention after winning by running on the ground with a plastic knife. He is the type of person who takes on the role of cheerleader even in the dugout.
Regarding this, Heredia said, “I have a personality that brightens up the surroundings. I think this part can play a role in boosting the team’s morale.” I will show a fun and bright side.”
When asked if he would like to have one more Korean Series ring following the World Series ring, he responded cheerfully, saying, “I don’t need one. I want two or three more.”
At the same time, he confidently said, “If I can exercise hard from now on and maintain a healthy figure throughout the season, I will be able to succeed on the Korean stage.”