Miraculously Returned After Shocking Jaw Fracture, Impressed Nails Marked Re-signing
Nov 27, 2024
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On the 27th, the KIA team renewed its contract with foreign pitcher Nail for a total of $1.8 million (down payment of 400,000 dollars, annual salary of 1.2 million dollars, incentive of 200,000 dollars). Nail, who spent his first season in the KBO League in the 2024 season, started 26 games and pitched 149.1 innings, showing a respectable performance with 12 wins, 5 losses and 138 strikeouts. In particular, he ranked first in the league with an ERA of 2.53.
Nail suffered a major injury on August 24 when she was hit in the jaw by a hit ball and fractured her jaw joint. Since then, his return has seemed uncertain, but he expressed his strong will to return by playing as a surprise first pitch in a home game held at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field on September 6.
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Nail was able to get back on the mound and pitch thanks to the support of the club and the support of the fans who sent me during the long rehabilitation due to an unexpected injury. I am always grateful to the fans for their support, and I am happy to be able to accompany the KIA Tigers next year as well. "I am grateful to the club for making a good offer, and I will build up well during the off-season and lift the Korean Series trophy with my teammates next year as well."
youll@sportschosun.com
