The Hanwha Eagles departed for their Australia spring training camp via Incheon International Airport on January 23, with catcher Choi Jae-hoon heading to the departure gate.
Injury Details
Choi Jae-hoon sustained a right hand fracture during morning defensive drills on January 8. Medical scans confirmed the injury, projecting a recovery timeline of 3-4 weeks.
Last Season’s Performance
In 121 games last year, Choi Jae-hoon posted a .286 batting average, 1 home run, 35 RBIs, and an OPS of .767. As a 29-year veteran with national team experience, he aimed to secure his catching role through strong play.
Impact on Hanwha and WBC Premier12
The injury disrupts Hanwha’s primary catching lineup at camp and creates challenges for the WBC Premier12 team. Choi Jae-hoon competes with LG’s Park Dong-won for the national team catching spot, with less than a month remaining until the tournament. Team officials confirm the diagnosis has been relayed to the WBC Premier12 staff.
