User talk:LG signs a 4-year, 5 billion won contract with free agent pitcher Lim Chan-gyu, the ‘leading figure in the championship’

Lim Chan-gyu of LG Twins

Lim Chan-gyu (31), a free agent pitcher who helped the LG Twins win the championship for the first time in 29 years, will wear the Twins uniform until 2027.

LG announced on the 21st that it had signed a contract with Lim Chan-gyu for a four-year contract period and a total of 5 billion won (down payment of 600 million won, total annual salary of 2 billion won, and incentive of 2.4 billion won).

Lim Chan-gyu, who joined LG as the second pick in the first round of the 2011 rookie draft, pitched in a total of 298 games (1,075⅔ innings) and recorded 65 wins, 72 losses, 8 saves, 5 holds, and an ERA of 4.62.

In the 2023 season, he won 14 wins, the most in an individual season, and played with an ERA of 3.42, contributing to LG's overall championship. Lim Chan-gyu's 14 wins is the most wins among domestic pitchers in the league this season.

Lim Chan-gyu said, “As a former Elin (LG children’s fan), I am happy to continue to wear the proud striped uniform. He didn't think about other clubs. “I wanted to continue to be an LG Twins player, and I am grateful to the club for signing me on good terms,” he said, expressing his feelings about signing the contract.

He continued, “Thanks to the fans who always support us passionately, we were able to achieve the best results this season. “I will prepare to produce good results next year and the year after so that the fans can always smile,” he said. 메이저사이트 백링크

The LG club said, “Lim Chan-gyu is an essential player who represents the team. He led the team's young juniors well with his positive influence and played a big role in helping the team win the championship. In particular, this season set a career high, raising expectations for next season. He expressed his expectations, saying, “Not only will he lead his own performance, but he will also lead the team in a good direction.” 슬롯