“Ryu Hyun-jin’s kimchi stew is delicious” The character of Ryu Hyun-jin, a ‘human’, said by AL Candidate Sai-Young

Alec Manoa (25‧ Toronto), who appeared like a comet in 2021 and has now become one of the most notable young guns in the league, is a player with a senior suit. There are many senior starting pitchers with different strengths, and they are growing in an environment where they can learn many things.

It was impressive that he joined spring training early this year and not only builds his body, but also does not neglect his studies while watching various pitchers’ balls. Usually, pitchers tend to work according to their designated individual schedules outside of their bullpen pitching days. But Manoa rarely missed, sitting in the bullpen pitching rink and watching his teammates pitch. He was diligently going through the camp, observing them carefully안전놀이터, encouraging them, and building personal friendships.

One of the most impressive and important mentors to Manoa is Ryu Hyun-jin (36, Toronto). Manoa made his major league debut in 2021, and Toronto’s ace at the time was Ryu Hyun-jin. Ryu Hyun-jin is not only an ace, but also one of the most professionally experienced Toronto starting pitchers. Manoa followed Ryu Hyun-jin and asked many questions, and Ryu Hyun-jin also did not hesitate to give advice.

He was also close in person. Ryu Hyun-jin invited Manoa to his house several times and had a meal with him. Whenever that happened, Manoa was genuinely happy with him, such as posting photos on his social network service (SNS).

Even before the exhibition game this season, he visited Ryu Hyun-jin’s house and had dinner with him, drawing attention. Rumor has it that he is obsessed with the kimchi stew made by Ryu Hyun-jin. When asked, “Isn’t it too spicy?”, Manoa smiled brightly, saying, “No. It’s my favorite food.” Ryu Hyun-jin laughed, saying, “I like kimchi stew. I even eat it with rice.”

Then, what kind of existence is Ryu Hyun-jin to Manoa? Manoa, who had been laughing while talking about Korean food, corrected his expression and said, “Ryu Hyun-jin is a great teammate not just for me but for everyone. He is one of those people who helps me a lot when I want to do something. Gives. Even when I ask for a little help. A very good friend to me,” he praised his personality.

Manoa, who grew up with the help of Ryu Hyun-jin and other seniors, threw 196⅔ innings in 31 games last year, recording 16 wins and 7 losses with an average ERA of 2.24. I had the best year ever. I am looking forward to it because it is an infinite player who will expand further in the future. It will also be a mirror that shows Ryu Hyun-jin’s presence and position within the Toronto team.