2024 KBO Golden Glove Awards Ceremony
Choi Hyung-woo, 40 years old and 11 months old, ‘the oldest person ever’… Park Chan-ho beats Park Seong-han to become ‘shortstop’
Kim Hye-seong wins 3rd consecutive award for second baseman in 36 years… We also accepted 4 foreigners, including Hart-Austin.
At the Golden Glove Awards Ceremony, the last official event of professional baseball this year, the main character was Kim Do-young (21, KIA).
Kim Do-young was selected as the winner in the third baseman category at the awards ceremony held at COEX Auditorium in gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 13th. Kim Do-young received 280 votes (97.2%) in a vote in which 288 media representatives related to professional baseball participated. It is the highest vote rate among this year’s winners and ranks 7th in golden Gloves history. This is the first time that Kim Do-young, who is in his third year as a professional, has won the Golden Gloves.
Kim Do-young set the record for the most points scored in a season (143 points) this year, hitting 38 home runs (2nd) and 40 stolen bases (6th), two home runs short of 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases. In addition, he ranked high in all eight batting titles, including third place in batting average (0.347),hits (189),and on-base percentage (0.420), and was selected as the MVP of the regular season. Thanks to Kim Do-young’s performance, KIA finished the regular season in first place and even won the Korean series.
Kim Do-young, who appeared on stage wearing a red velvet jacket symbolizing the KIA team, said, “After the Golden Glove Awards Ceremony, I will return to my daily life and prepare diligently for next season. “I will never rest on the good parts of this year and will work hard to become someone who can withstand the weight of the trophies I received this year,” he said.
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KIA Choi Hyeong-woo became the oldest winner in Golden Gloves history. Choi Hyeong-woo, who turned 40 years, 11 months and 27 days old on this day, won his 7th golden glove by receiving 137 votes, or 47.6%, in the designated hitter category. Lotte Dae-ho Lee, winner of the 2022 designated hitter category, was the previous oldest record at 40 years, 5 months, and 18 days.Choi Hyung-woo, who tied for 7th place in RBIs (109 points) this season, said, “I am grateful to everyone who allowed me to stand here again even at my old age. “I had a really perfect year this year,” he said.
In the shortstop category, KIA Park Chan-ho (29) won the golden glove. Park Chan-ho received 154 votes (53.5% of the votes), beating SSG Park Seong-han (118 votes) by 36 votes and recording his first personal award. chan-ho Park was nominated for the Golden Glove award in the shortstop category last year, but he received 34 fewer votes than LG Oh Ji-hwan (34) and had to be satisfied with second place. Chan-ho Park said, “I have finally reached this position.“I did everything I could this season,” he said.
KIA, which produced winners in three categories this year, collected a total of 72 golden Gloves so far this year, including its predecessor Haitai, and trailed Samsung (73), which ranked first in this category, by one point.From this year’s Korean Series runner-up team Samsung, Koo Ja-wook (31) was selected as the outfielder and Kang Min-ho (39) was selected as the catcher.
The strength of foreign players was also notable. This year,four foreign players won the Golden Gloves,which is the most tied with 2019. NC Hart (32) won the golden glove in the pitcher category, LG Austin (31) won the first baseman, and Lotte Reyes (30) and KT Rojas (34) won the golden glove in the outfield category. Austin, who returned to the United States after the season ended, came to Korea for a 3-day, 2-night trip and attended the awards ceremony.Austin said, “I am very honored to be a part of Korean professional baseball.”
Kiwoom Kim Hye-seong (25) was selected as the second baseman winner for three consecutive years from 2022 to this year. It has been 36 years since samsung Kim Seong-rae (63) won the Golden Glove Award for three consecutive years in the second baseman category.
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Title: A Celebration of Excellence: Insights from the 2024 KBO Golden Glove Awards
Time.news Editor: Thank you for joining us today. We’re excited to discuss the recently concluded 2024 KBO Golden Glove Awards. It was quite an eventful ceremony! To delve into the results and highlights, we have with us a renowned baseball analyst and commentator, Dr. Jin-soo Park. Dr. Park, welcome!
Dr. Jin-soo Park: Thank you for having me! It’s always a pleasure to talk about the thriving world of Korean baseball, especially after such a spectacular awards ceremony.
Time.news Editor: Absolutely! Let’s start with the standout player of the night, Kim Do-young from KIA. Winning the Golden Glove for third base at just 21 years old, he received an impressive 97.2% of the vote. What are your thoughts on his performance this season?
dr. Jin-soo Park: Kim Do-young’s performance this season has been nothing short of historic. Scoring a record 143 points and showcasing his power with 38 home runs while also stealing 40 bases puts him at the culmination of athletic prowess. His ability to excel in multiple batting categories—ranking in the top three for batting average, hits, and on-base percentage—proves he’s not just a defensive asset but a formidable offensive player as well.
Time.news Editor: And let’s not forget, he was also named MVP of the regular season. Considering this is his first Golden Glove win, how do you think this accolade will impact his future?
Dr. Jin-soo Park: It will undoubtedly serve as a catalyst for his career. Winning such a prestigious award at a young age places immense expectation on him. Though, he seems grounded, expressing a desire to keep improving.If he continues this trajectory, we might be looking at one of the future superstars of Korean baseball.
Time.news Editor: Speaking of expectations, we have Choi Hyung-woo, who made history as the oldest player to win a Golden Glove at nearly 41. What does his achievement say about longevity in sports?
Dr. Jin-soo Park: Choi Hyung-woo’s accomplishment sends a powerful message about dedication, resilience, and the evolution of training and nutrition in sports. His achievement demonstrates that with discipline, older athletes can still compete at high levels. It’s inspiring not just for athletes in baseball but across all sports—proving that age can be just a number if one maintains thier physicality and mental sharpness.
Time.news Editor: That resonates well. Also noteworthy was the inclusion of foreign players,with four foreigners taking home awards this year. How important is this diversity for the KBO?
Dr. Jin-soo Park: The inclusion of foreign players highlights the growing internationalism of the KBO. It improves the level of play in the league and fosters a richer competitive environment. Additionally, it allows for cross-cultural exchanges and a blending of playing styles. This season certainly celebrated a global spirit, which can only benefit Korean baseball in terms of exposure and growth.
Time.news Editor: Lastly, how do you foresee the impact of the Golden Glove Awards on the upcoming season?
Dr. Jin-soo Park: The awards act as a springboard for players to elevate their games. For players like Kim Do-young, it raises the bar. Simultaneously, veterans like Choi Hyung-woo provide a model of longevity and consistent performance.Expect to see players watching their peers being acknowledged, driving them to push harder in their training. The momentum from this event can spark fierce competition and thrilling narratives in the upcoming season.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Dr. Park, for your invaluable insights. the KBO continues to excite fans with its passionate players and riveting stories. We look forward to another thrilling season ahead!
Dr. Jin-soo Park: Thank you for having me! Let’s keep the enthusiasm alive for KBO baseball.