Jung Hoo Lee really is the grandson of the wind. The Korean star’s name seems to be flying around the baseball circle like a breeze. After signing a big $113 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, the young Hoo Lee has all the expectations riding on his shoulders. Though he has been a superstar since he stepped foot on the diamond, the major leagues bring a different level of pressure. But it looks like Hoo Lee is more than ready to face that pressure.

In his recent 18-minute media scrum, Jung Hoo Lee was asked a variety of questions. From his thoughts about signing with the Giants to how he will adjust to the new lifestyle, Lee answered it all. What was exciting was the enthusiasm that Lee showed about playing in one of the most challenging stadiums in the world.

Jung Hoo Lee – the lover of challenges in San Francisco Giants

Since his first news conference after signing with the Giants, Jung Hoo Lee has been winning the hearts of the Bay Bombers’ fans. First by proclaiming that he’s here to win and then by showing his love for the team by chanting “Let’s go Giants!” Now again Lee has shown his excitement by talking about the Oracle Park and how he’ll adjust to it.

Jung Hoo Lee is looking forward to playing in Oracle Park. Calling it “Huge and majestic”, Lee considers it one of America’s “most beautiful ballparks”. Even though the stadium is quite infamous for being pitcher-friendly, Lee is still excited about playing for one very big reason – his style of hitting.

Hoo Lee calls himself a gap-hitter and finds that the Oracle park will be advantageous for him. Saying that he can drive the ball in right-center or left-center gaps, it seems Lee is highly suitable for the park. Namely, because he is a huge base hitter but has never been a power hitter. In 2023 he averaged .318 but only hit 6 home runs.

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As a result, the sheer length of the field could turn into a massive advantage. Even though this is Hoo Lee’s first time in Oracle Park, he has a deep history with San Francisco.

The Bay Area Connection

Jung Hoo Lee has had a connection with the Bay Area since his childhood. He revealed as such during his news conference when he said that he used to visit here during his childhood. Although it was due to other reasons, he has always loved the Bay Area.

Even now, after signing with the Giants, Hoo Lee was spotted in the Chase Field watching a game between the Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets. It seems Lee has begun enjoying his stay in the Bay Area. The people of San Francisco have surely welcomed him with open arms.

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