'Three-hit power surge' Na Seung-yeop makes triumphant return to first division: "Focusing with a beginner's mind and deep desire → Thanks to the 2nd division manager and coaches"

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"Returning to my roots and focusing on each play with a sincere and eager mindset led to these positive results."

Lotte Giants rookie slugger Na Seung-yeop (24) perfectly responded to an emergency call-up order that set aside the principle of 'returning after complete restructuring' in order to break the losing streak.

On the 19th, Na Seung-yeop started as the cleanup hitter and first baseman in an away game against Samsung Lions at DaeguSamsung Lions Park, going 3-for-4 with one RBI and delivering a powerful performance that proved the team's expectations. This valuable achievement came just 13 days after he was excluded from the first division roster on the 6th.

Just three days prior, Manager Kim Tae-hyung had maintained a cautious stance, stating he would keep Na in the Futures League while reviewing reports and broadcast footage, saying, "Rather than rushing his call-up, we should wait until clear signs of rebound appear." However, as the second half began and the team fell into a three-game losing slump, the manager made an emergency decision to recall Na Seung-yeop to revitalize the atmosphere. Na responded immediately on his first day back by swinging the hot bat, providing a perfect answer to the manager's difficult strategic move.

After the game, Na Seung-yeop said, "I prepared by increasing my workload in the Futures League (2nd division), and thanks to the support from the manager and coaches, I feel my batting balance has gradually improved," reflecting on his adjustment period in the minor league. He added, "I sincerely want to thank Manager Kim Yong-hee of the Futures League and all the coaches who thought through my shortcomings with me and trusted me."

Regarding his mindset after a successful return game, Na explained directly: "When I came back to the first division today, I focused on each play with a beginner's mind and deep desire. I believe this attitude led to these positive results."

In fact, Na Seung-yeop's resurgence has been like rain in a drought for Lotte, whose lineup strength had weakened due to gaps left by veteran core hitters including Jeon Jun-woo and Yu Gangnam. Concluding his remarks, Na said, "Moving forward, I will not be satisfied with my current performance but will continue to prepare diligently so that I can become a player who contributes even more to the team," reaffirming his firm determination for the remainder of the second half.

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