Son Si-heon → Heo Kyung-min → Lee Yoo-chan received Doosan's 13th genealogy! Kyungmin's image is strong, but I'll try to change it to Lee Yoochan

Jan 06, 2025

In the game between Kiwoom and Doosan at Jamsil Baseball Stadium on the 23rd, Doosan's Lee Yoo-chan hits a first solo home run and shares his joy. Jamsil = Reporter Heo Sang-wook wook@sportschosun.com /2024.07.23/

A game between the LG Twins and the Doosan Bears at Jamsil Stadium on the 7th. Doosan's Lee Yoo-chan is cheering after hitting a timely hit in the bottom of the eighth inning with one out and runners on second base. Jamsil = Reporter Park Jae-man pjm@sportschosun.com /2024.08.07/

Doosan Bears infielder Lee Yoo-chan inherited No. 13. Lee Yoo-chan said, `If you do it 13 times in Doosan, I will try to change the image to Lee Yoo-chan, not Heo Kyung-min.'

No. 13 is a meaningful number in Doosan. Master shortstop Son Si-heon (current SSG coach) wore it from 2003 to 2013. Since 2014, star Heo Kyung-min has taken the 13th place. As Huh Kyung-min left for KT after the 2024 season, Lee Yoo-chan engraved No. 13.

Lee Yoo-chan's reputation has yet to reach Son Si-heon and Heo Kyung-min. Lee Yoo-chan, who debuted in 2018, made his name known by playing in 104 games in 2023 and 103 games in 2024. In particular, in the 2024 season, he played all-weather, including being listed in a total of six positions in the second, third, shortstop, left, right field, and right field. In recognition of his dedication, his annual salary also rose from 85 million won to 105 million won.

Lee Yoo-chan's number "13 was first Son Si-heon. And it was Kyungmin. If you play 13 times in Doosan, the image of Heo Kyung-min is very strong. However, even when Kyung-min received No. 13, Son Si-heon's image was strong. That's changed a lot now. If I do it 13 times in Doosan, I'll try my best to change it to Lee Yoochan, not Heo Kyungmin"I'm determined.

Doosan also needs Lee Yoo-chan's growth. Doosan has to reorganize its infield as Huh Kyung-min transfers and Kim Jae-ho retires. Lee Yoo-chan should take the center stage with Kang Seung-ho. Doosan's infield will stabilize only when Lee Yoo-chan becomes a clear main player.

Lee Yoo-chan is focusing on weighting during the offseason. He felt that physical strength is more important than anything else to digest full-time, so he is putting on muscles all over his body. Lee Yu-chan is trying to gain weight. After eating at home, I come out of the ballpark and do weight training and repeat my daily routine. He said, "I'm focused on growing my body, so I don't skip meals and eat late-night snacks."

The game between LG and Doosan at Jamsil Baseball Stadium on the 6th, and Doosan's Lee Yoo-chan is happy to hit a hit in the bottom of the third inning with one out and runners on first base. Jamsil = Reporter Heo Sang-wook wook@sportschosun.com /2024.08.06/

In the game between KIA and Doosan at Jamsil Baseball Stadium on the 19th, Doosan's Lee Yoo-chan hits an RBI double with two outs and a runner on first base in the bottom of the second inning. Jamsil = Reporter Heo Sang-wook wook@sportschosun.com /2024.09.19/

My wife takes care of my meals on her own. Lee Yoo-chan said "The wipe really cares a lot about you. I always ask what I want to eat, but I just eat what I do." Lee Yoo-chan has already gained 6kg. Lee Yoo-chan said, `My goal is 76 to 77 kilograms, but now I weigh about 74 to 75 kilograms. If you go to the spring camp, you'll fall in love again. I lost so much weight even during the season. I feel like I'm physically struggling, so I'm trying to build a body that will last a year."

Lee Yoo-chan was proud of his infield outfield humility. Lee Yoo-chan said, `If an infielder goes out to the outfield, his pride may be hurt, but I was rather okay. I think I felt better because it means I have to go in here for my team to win." He didn't even show his greed for a particular position. Lee Yoo-chan said "If the seats keep changing, there are some parts that are confusing, but there was nothing that difficult. It was good just to play in the outfield or anywhere", he explained.

Still, I hope to take root in one position this year. Lee Yoo-chan said, `Now I want to become a player who can continue to play in one position. Rather than which position is good, I want to be a player who goes to the game every day. A baby is born in April. I feel more responsible. I will work hard and prepare well so that I can show you good performances during the season"I'm determined.

This article was translated by Naver AI translator.