"Avila will likely stay for about two more years. I asked them to secure him by any means necessary," says the manager [Incheon On-Site]

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"I think he will probably be here for about two more years."

The player generating the most buzz with the SSG Landers at the end of the season is foreign pitcher Avila (29). As he delivers monstrous performances in every appearance, interest is growing in whether he will remain with the team next season.

SSG Manager Lee Soon-yong (55), ahead of the game against the LG Twins on the 30th at Incheon SSG Landers Field, responded to reporters' questions on the matter by expressing his expectations: "In my view, I think he will stay for about two years. Our front office has been actively working on this from before, and I told them to do whatever it takes to keep him." He added, "The player himself has consistently expressed his desire to stay, and he is satisfied with life in Korea. It is not easy to find a pitcher like Avila, so we must secure him by any means possible."

Avila, who joined SSG from the second half of this season, has showcased dominant form with an 8-2 record and a 1.56 ERA in 13 games. Following a complete game victory against the Doosan Bears on the 4th, he recorded a one-run complete game win against LG on the previous day (the 29th).

His competitive drive is as impressive as his skill. Manager Lee Soon-yong said with a smile, "Even yesterday (the 29th), after he finished the eighth inning, I tried to take him out of the game, but he came to me during the game and said, 'I want to keep pitching.' So I told him, 'Pitch next year.'" He continued, "Once he puts on the uniform and steps onto the field, he becomes a fighter." He expressed satisfaction, adding, "Since that leads to positive results, it is very much appreciated from the manager's perspective."

Meanwhile, in an interview with reporters after the previous day's game, Avila stated, "I have received many opportunities since coming to Korea. I have been showered with love and attention, and I am grateful for the support from the team." However, regarding his future beyond next year, he took a general stance: "I do not think about things I cannot be certain of. I will focus more on what I can do now. Of course, I may go back to the United States later, but I will think about that when the time comes."

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