"Sorry for being a son who couldn't even manage the anniversary date." Won Tae-in's heartfelt song of longing → smiled after becoming a winning pitcher. "Thank you, Mom!"

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"Sorry for being a son who couldn't even manage the anniversary date because of the away schedule. This is all I can do, so now please help your poor son, Mom."

Samsung Lions' "Ace of the Blue Blood," Won Tae-in (26), posted a heartfelt prayer on his SNS ahead of the game, a tearful song of longing sent to heaven. Could that sincerity finally have reached the heavens? The ace, who had been groaning under a long slump, finally spread the wings of resurrection within his mother's embrace.

On the 16th, Won Tae-in started the home game against Kiwoom Heroes at Daegu Samsung Lions Park, throwing 100 pitches over six innings. He delivered a perfect performance with five hits allowed, six strikeouts, one walk, and zero earned runs, leading the team to a 4-1 victory. This was his third win of the season (with five losses), a precious achievement achieved for the first time in 28 days since the May 19 game against KT Wiz.

At the moment he recorded the final out of the sixth inning, Won Tae-in let out an unusually loud roar on the mound, as if blowing away all the stress he had endured. His start this season was somewhat delayed, and despite his strong outings, he had more losses than wins, leaving him feeling frustrated. The crown of the ace that Won Tae-in had to bear was far heavier than he had imagined.

In his post-game broadcast interview, his expression showed a mix of relief and complex emotions. Won Tae-in shared, "It was a really long difficult time. I feel so good because it feels like I'm being rewarded for enduring the time while thinking, 'A good day will come someday.'"

He continued, "I endured day by day. My physical condition was good, and my stuff and other aspects weren't bad. But it seems I was somewhat shaken psychologically every time I stepped onto the mound. I even made escape-type pitches and felt frustrated with myself. Still, I think approaching things simply today led to the foundation for victory."

Won Tae-in revealed that the decisive factor in finding psychological stability and regaining the stature of an ace was none other than the comfort sent by his family, especially the soul of his late mother.

Won Tae-in, who couldn't properly observe his mother's anniversary date last week due to the away schedule, said he carried a heavy burden in his heart. Ultimately, ahead of his starting assignment on the 16th, he left a poignant message on his SNS: "Sorry for being a son who couldn't even manage the anniversary date because of the away schedule. This is all I can do, so now please help your poor son, Mom," asking for help. He also revealed through a broadcaster interview that he had visited his mother's grave alone for the first time in his life.

At that place, where he had only vaguely visited following his father, Won Tae-in sat down before his mother for the first time and poured out everything in his heart. "I ended up talking to myself for 30 minutes in front of my mom, spilling out all the difficult things. Surprisingly, after pouring out my true feelings like that, my heart felt really relieved, and I think it had a big impact on today's game," he explained.

He then added, "When I entered the grave site, a single butterfly flew around as if welcoming me at the entrance. It felt like Mom had come out to greet me, so I burst into tears there. I missed her greatly, and I think I was also struggling myself, which is why I couldn't hide my emotional state."

Thanks to the warm comfort sent by his mother and the love of fans who continued to visit the baseball stadium and cheer for him even during his slump, Won Tae-in was able to rise again. He said, "I endured today because my father, older brother, and sister-in-law came to the stadium. I hope my mother, who is in heaven, smiled brightly while watching my pitching today," revealing his deep family affection.

Finally, addressing the fans, Won Tae-in bowed his head and said, "It seems I am able to be here today thanks to your unwavering support even during this difficult time. I am always grateful. If you continue to support me until the end of the season, I will finish in a good position."

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