Became the Problem Child of MLB - Chapter 223



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Episode 223 Visible Moment (2)

The end-of-season schedule has a huge impact on the final ranking. Depending on which teams you play, you could end the season in first place or receive an unsatisfactory report card.

“You dirty kids, you’re holding me back till the end.”

“Anyway, they’re useless guys.”

The Giants, who are competing with the Dodgers for first place in the West, were not happy about the last series of the season against the Cubs. When you face a strong team when just one win is important, the standings can be completely distorted. I don’t really want to admit it, but the Cubs were an undisputed strong team.

Among them, Han Je-i.

The batter who could possibly wear the Giants uniform was the number one target for surveillance. As a result, the following conversation took place among Giants fans heading to the stadium.

“You know, I was thinking about this before I went to bed last night.”

“What are you going to say now?”

“Listen. In the first game, the pitcher throws a pitch to that kid and sends him out. Then he gives up the first game and sweeps the remaining two games. Isn’t that a pretty good idea?”

“Hmm. There are three big errors in what you said.”

“What is it?”

“First, other batters besides Han Je-yi aren’t that easy either. It’s not a feat to just send him off. Second, that bastard will appeal even if the world is split in two and show up for the second game. And he’ll turn us upside down. Third, none of our pitchers have lost their nerve enough to throw a bean ball to him. If there were, they’re all gone now. I saw my teammates collapse one by one.”

“…Hey, which side are you on?”

That being said, Giants fans, from the elderly to the newborns, wished for Han Je-yi to be removed from the lineup. However, they did not say it out loud because they knew it was impossible.

“And next is Jay’s horse.”

“hmm.”

“My personal opinion is, how about giving them a little break? I apologize if I was being off-topic.”

At the same time, the same topic came up during the Cubs coaching staff meeting. The manager nodded in agreement to the head coach’s words.

“No, that’s a good idea. It’s not like the team is so busy that they can’t give him a break.”

“yes.”

“How is the condition?”

“That’s… the same as usual.”

The manager’s expression darkened after hearing the head coach’s words.

“That’s a problem.”

“It’s a big problem.”

There was a commotion on the flight to San Francisco. More specifically, after the plane stopped on the runway, a sweaty Hanje woke up screaming.

And after a while, Han Je-yi, who had figured out the situation, burst into laughter as he looked at Victor, who had overturned the cake in surprise. Cold sweat was still running down his face.

The people present turned their heads away, pretending not to see him. Then they deliberately greeted him in a friendly manner, wishing him a happy birthday, and that is how the current situation came to be.

“It seems like you were under a lot of mental stress.”

“Why wouldn’t he be? No one thinks so, but he’s only twenty years old. It’s not at all strange for him to have a complicated mind.”

Director Sean Tillaherty continued with a worried look.

“Hmm. I wish you would at least show the coaching staff that you’re having a hard time.”

“Jay is definitely far from that type.”

“Yeah, I like him, but that’s a separate story. I don’t want our players to be under more pressure than necessary.”

“then…….”

“Let’s just watch for now.”

“It’s complicated,” said director Sean Tillaherty, stroking his chin.

‘If it weren’t for the record, I would have taken it out of the lineup right away.’

Hanjei went through the team training before the game as usual and joked around with the coaches. He ate well and didn’t seem to be distracted by anything else. This means there’s no reason to suddenly remove him from the lineup.

“Tell the coaches who aren’t here. I want you to pay more attention to Jay today. And if you notice anything unusual, report it to me.”

“Yes, I understand.”

The meeting ended a little awkwardly, with director Sean Tillaherty giving his advice.

“…Do you have something on my face?”

Han Je-yi was also uncomfortable with this situation. He thought it was strange that the coaches were looking at him so obviously today, but no player could explain this situation to Han Je-yi.

‘Don’t say anything to that loser about that situation. Let’s just move on as if nothing happened. Oh, and if anyone wants to replay the game with me in my room, they can do so.’

This was after Victor Arouswell’s bluster had already swept through the team.

* * *

“I think I was too mean yesterday. Do you understand?”

“I told you I understand.”

“Yeah. Sometimes dads can be a bit of a porcupine when it comes to their kids. And honestly, I wasn’t really hurt at the time. I just teased you a bit more because I found your reaction amusing, haha.”

“I’ve heard enough of that. So what do you really want to say?”

“Well, I always say thank you.”

The moment Mikey answered with a bashful smile, a red warning light flashed above his head. A goosebump ran down his arm. Something was definitely wrong.

“…Is this some kind of new form of bullying? Was I oblivious?”

“No, no!”

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When I asked cautiously, Mikey jumped up and waved his hand. Or else, why did he overreact like that? That wasn’t the only strange thing.

“Ouch… Jay, you can eat comfortably. You’re not going to retire after this season, right?”

“Yeah, you kid, your future is as bright as day. You’re only twenty. When I was twenty, I was struggling in the minor leagues.”

This is what Casey and Andy said.

“Don’t worry. The Giants are your food anyway… Well, that’s a slip of the tongue. How can a person always do well? Of course you always did well-”

“Ignore what Martin says and just remember this: Your fans love you for everything you do.”

This is what Martin and Sezai said. When they saw me, they would sneak up on me, put their arms around my shoulders, and say things like this.

Honestly, I wonder if everyone ate something wrong, but it seemed like they were taking special care of me because it was my birthday. It’s just that I’m not good at expressing myself, but they’re all good people.

-If it’s good twice, I’ll catch you! I’ll catch you!

Are you jealous? Huh? Are you jealous because you’re close with the players?

-… No! Okay, okay. What am I talking about with you!

Despite that, he’s talking a lot.

Anyway, everyone is spewing out compliments as if they had made a promise to me. Except for one old man.

“Victor, what do you want to say to me?”

“me?”

Victor, who had been looking at the distant mountains after hearing what I said, swept his finger under his nose.

“Hey, you rascal. I’ll only say this once, so listen carefully.”

“yes.”

“I still…….”

“yes.”

Victor’s eyes became slightly moist. It was time for a deep conversation to come out.

The season was coming to an end. What was the most senior member of a team thinking? It was an unknown territory that I almost reached but ultimately could not reach. I bowed my head in a slightly solemn manner, but Victor continued speaking slowly.

“If you still blow your nose…….”

…hmm?

“I can smell whipped cream in my nose. And it feels slippery. I heard it was definitely animal cream, but I think it’s vegetable cream. Damn it.”

… … .

No but this guy is real.

“Victor, look forward to next year. I will give you the same experience again.”

“Didn’t you hear yesterday? That was your last birthday party as a player.”

“Well, we’ll find out next year.”

“No, I’m sure. I’ll get rid of it in my line.”

“This is a topic that reporters would love. ‘Victor Arouswell Bans Hanjei’s Birthday Party.’ It’s as good as any yellow paper.”

“Do you want to get slapped?”

“…Why did the words jump out there?”

Victor answered with a grin.

“Idiot, go out there and show your face. I’m going to push the table that people are waiting for.”

“Wow, you speak so elegantly.”

“It’s one of my thousand talents.”

… I can’t stand it, really.

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“Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you!”

Han Jae-yi was listening to the birthday song sung by the fans who had followed him to San Francisco. The fans were wearing the cheering mufflers that were released for his last birthday, as well as the headbands that were released to commemorate his birthday this year, and they were all shouting.

“I want to celebrate the rest of your birthday!”

“Stay with us until the day you go to the grave!”

“Thank you for being born, baby angel!”

Every time the fans shouted, a doll modeled after Han Je-yi dangled above their heads. When Han Je-yi saw this, he smiled faintly, and the fans giggled as if they had achieved their goal.

“Oh, my goodness. Do you think we look like hangers-on?”

“Damn. I wish it would all disappear from my sight.”

“Leave it. I’m steadily accumulating karma.”

Half of the Giants fans in the stands were gnashing their teeth. This was also strange. It was their home stadium, but only half of the fans were there. This was all because of that crazy rookie.

“71 home runs? Are you crazy?”

“There are still 7 games left. Whatever it is, it is certain that we will surpass ‘that record’.”

So the question now was when that day would be, and Giants fans hoped it wouldn’t be this series.

And every baseball fan except Giants fans prayed for Hanjei to set a record against the Giants. And for good reason.

– Even if the god of fate played a trick, it’s a situation that you can believe! Jay, who is only 2 home runs away from tying Barry Bonds’ record. And the Giants, who were Barry Bonds’ team. I wonder where this series will go!

-That’s probably why there are so many Cubs fans in the stands. No matter what the result, it’s definitely a historic moment. I couldn’t even breathe when I found out I was broadcasting this game. My heart is pounding a little. I’m sure the fans watching this game are the same!

The fans in the stands got louder as the game neared its start. And after the national anthem, Game 1 of the season finale between the Giants and Cubs finally began.

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