'A Sea of Tears for NC Park': Matt Davidson, Watching Park Geon-woo Sobbing, Also Overcome with Emotion: "No Words Are Needed—We Are Colleagues Who Have Shared Hardships and Joys..."

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Matt Davidson (35), an overseas hitter for NC Dinos, shared a final farewell with his teammates through hot tears at the moment of leaving the team he had grown to love. In particular, outfielder Park Geon-woo (36) was seen weeping profusely. Davidson himself appeared overcome with emotion when asked about it.

On the 26th, Davidson started at fourth hitter and first baseman in the game against Kiwoom Heroes at Changwon NC Park, going 2-for-4 with a double and driving in three runs, contributing to the team's 11-4 victory.

Ahead of the game, the NC club announced on the 26th that it would part ways with Davidson after the game. After much deliberation, the team decided to make a bold move to replace the overseas hitter in order to strengthen its long-term roster planning and competitiveness in the second half of the season. The club also stated that it would announce details regarding the replacement overseas player as soon as the contract procedures were completed.

After completing his farewell game with NC, Davidson met with StarNews and said, "My heart felt incredibly heavy from the very start of today." He added, "When I arrived at the baseball stadium, I realized this was truly the last time I would be with the teammates I had been close to for the past three years, and it was unbearable."

In fact, Davidson was spotted shedding tears just before the start of the game, which became a major topic among fans. Regarding this, Davidson revealed, "Seeing my teammates emotionally shaken made me feel overwhelmed as well. It was a day weighed down by the thought that everything was coming to an end."

In particular, the "storm of tears" from Park Geon-woo, a key player and close friend of the team, further stirred Davidson's emotions. Davidson appeared deeply moved and momentarily unable to speak when asked by StarNews about what he had discussed with Park Geon-woo, who was seen crying intensely from the later stages of the game.

Although Davidson stated, "We did not exchange any special words," he confessed, "I have shared many ups and downs with Park Geon-woo and other veteran players like Park Min-woo over a very long time. Seeing them cry made me feel that no other words were needed. Witnessing everyone crying was truly a moment of overwhelming emotions."

Although Davidson is not known to enjoy being the center of attention, he waved to the fans from his first at-bat of the day to offer a final farewell. He smiled and said, "It was different from my usual routine, but I was truly glad to be able to express my gratitude to the fans."

Although he could have been shocked by the club's sudden announcement of parting ways, Davidson calmly accepted reality. He said, "In fact, as I had not been hitting home runs recently, I had somewhat anticipated the club's decision. Knowing that my role was to hit home runs, I felt my own shortcomings. This is also part of the baseball business," showing his professional demeanor.

Finally, Davidson bowed his head to the fans who had showered him with boundless love over the past three years. He said, "Whether in Changwon or anywhere else in the country, NC fans and baseball fans across Korea have always welcomed and loved me. My entrance music was truly the best. I do not know how to express my gratitude to the fans who sincerely cared for me and my family. I am sincerely grateful for everything."

Regarding his future plans, Davidson stated, "For now, I have no special plans. I intend to take some time to rest, organize my thoughts, and gradually see what happens next."

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