Right-hander Choi Ji-kwang (Samsung) will eventually be put on the operating table. Samsung explained about Choi’s physical condition ahead of the match against KT in Suwon on Wednesday. “After the MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) test at the hospital, I was told that my medial ligament in my right elbow has been damaged and needs surgery,” Samsung said. “We will undergo a phased rehabilitation after surgery.” Fortunately, it is not the Tommy John surgery to replace ligaments. The focus will likely be on bonding. “The rehabilitation period is expected to be less than one year,” a Samsung official said.
The unfortunate scene occurred in the match against Incheon SSG on Wednesday. At the time, Choi took the mound as the seventh pitcher of his team. He was in danger of hitting the first and second bases with one out in the bottom of the seventh inning. His pitching was shaky as if his balance was not good. He gave the first batter Ha Jae-hoon a pitch that hit his body, and added a balk to donate one run. He also gave a two-run hit to the left. He gave a strikeout to Ko Myung-joon, but he seemed to feel severe pain. He collapsed holding onto his shoulder. After examining conditions of the coaching staff and the training part, Choi judged that it would be difficult to continue pitching.메이저놀이터
It was quite unusual. He immediately headed to Incheon Gil Hospital, but couldn’t even take an MRI scan properly due to pain. He took an X-ray first as soon as possible while taking painkillers. To make matters worse, the Chuseok holiday continued. It was difficult to quickly check the condition and take action. The hard-won result is season out. Originally, he thought of the second and third checkups, but the video was so clearly captured. A date for the surgery has yet to be set. “I think I will set it around next week while having a medical checkup,” Samsung coach Park Jin-man said.
Choi ended the season a little earlier. His second postseason appearance has been postponed to the next opportunity. As he has played a key role in bullpen sessions, he is deeply disappointed both individually and as a team. Choi has recorded three wins, two losses and seven holds with an earned run average of 2.23 in 35 games this year. “Choi Ji-kwang is a player who has devoted himself to the team and worked hard,” coach Park Jin-man said. “I feel sorry and have many thoughts.” A substitute is agonizing over his replacement. He plans to bring his PS entry differently depending on the opponent team.