The Dodgers have officially signed Korean pitching prospect Hyun-Suk Jang for $900,000. After reports have surfaced all week about the two sides potentially reaching a deal, the confirmed news was reported on Tuesday by tons of media outlets in Korea.
Jang also reportedly had a statement come out, as reported by Dan Kurtz of MyKBO. Here’s the translation to the best of Kurtz’s abilities:
“I am honored to join the Dodgers. I will work hard to become a player who deserves the honor of being signed by them.”
This is very exciting news, as Jang is an incredible 19-year-old pitching prospect.