Jung Bong

Bong is often considered one of the greatest hitting pitchers in Korean high school baseball history.

South Korea was eliminated by USA 7–0 in the quarterfinals, but Bong additionally accumulated 3 hits and 3 RBIs in the 5th–8th classification games.

[3] Bong also appeared in the 2009 World Baseball Classic against Japan as a starter, allowing 3 hits and scoring 2 strikeouts in 51⁄3 innings for a 1–0 victory.

[3] Bong began his career with the Braves, signing with the team in 1998 while still in High school for a bonus of $1.7 million.

[1] Bong retired from professional baseball on September 19, 2018, after 12 years playing for the LG Twins.