'Tagging Game' Goal: Peraza's Record Vanishes from History Books, But Wins 'May CGV Scene-Stealer Award'

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It was a remarkable play. Yonatan Peraza (28, Hanwha Eagles), who evaded the catcher's tag multiple times and soared to score, was crowned the creator of the most impressive moment of May.

The Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) announced on the 26th that Hanwha's Peraza was selected as the recipient of the monthly CGV Scene-Stealer Award, jointly established with CGV.

This award recognizes the protagonist who creates a movie-like highlight during KBO League games. Candidates include not only players but also all personnel working at the baseball stadium, such as league officials and cheer squads. The winner was determined through a 100% fan vote held from the 1st to the 4th of this month.

On the 26th of last month during a match against the Changwon NC Dinos, Peraza evaded NC catcher Kim Hyung-jun's tag with a delicate maneuver to score. It was a scene that could have easily been deemed an overly aggressive base-running play, but Peraza slipped past the catcher, evaded one tag, and then soared to touch home plate after avoiding Kim Hyung-jun's tag. This moment swept 6,400 votes (44.1%) out of a total of 14,504 votes, securing first place.

However, the game was declared a no-game due to heavy rain, and Peraza's run was officially removed from the records. Nevertheless, the scene left an impression more powerful than any other in the minds of baseball fans, ultimately making Peraza the honored protagonist with the highest number of votes.

Doosan Bears' Yang Eui-ji, who blew wind into the eyes of Kiwoom Heroes catcher Kim Geon-hee during the game, took second place with 3,996 votes (27.6%).

Additionally, KIA Tigers' Kim Ho-ryeong, who hit three home runs in another game, received 3,050 votes (21%), followed by Kiwoom Heroes' Kim Woong-bin, who hit a walk-off hit against the same pitcher on consecutive days for the first time in history, with 1,058 votes (7.3%).

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