Jiyeon, divorce, retirement.."New start." Hwang Jae Kyun cried and his parents cried [Immortal masterpiece]

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Lee Dae-hyung, the "immortal masterpiece," beat his best friend Park Yong-taek to win the honor of the best baseball player.

The 739th "Immortal Songs" (hereinafter referred to as "Immortal Songs") aired on the 10th was a 2026 professional baseball special, and professional baseball players who stood tall as national sports opened the era of 12 million spectators gave a sincere stage. The small screen was decorated with a hot singing competition between the adventurers on the mound holding the microphone. According to Nielsen Korea on the 11th, the nation's ratings reached 5.0%, ranking first at the same time, proving the power of the Saturday entertainment powerhouse.

Before the full-fledged stage, the cheerleading team of LG Twins appeared as a special stage and opened the door. Jealous and lively gestures filled the stage and exuded energy.

Kim Byung-hyun, an "Immortal" third grader armed with his tenacity to win, was called the main character of the first stage. Kim Byung-hyun selected Lee Seung-chul's "Last Concert" and sang it with sincerity, as if projecting his desperation for victory. In the middle of the stage, a large choir came together to complete a magnificent chord. Kim Byung-hyun, who said he is more desperate for the "Immortal" trophy than winning the Major League, left a deep impression on him doing his best.

Jeon Sa-min, who received the baton of the second stage, showed a fresh and delicate sensibility through Roy Kim's "Let's Take Care, Us." The tone of Jeon Sa-min, who was even slightly trembled due to nervousness, rather strengthened the affectionate sentiment unique to the song. He improved the delivery power of the lyrics and led listeners to immerse themselves with his reciting singing method. The pure vocals and the image of Jeon Sa-min combined to create a special atmosphere. Jeon Sa-min won the game with more votes than Kim Byung-hyun, and Kim Byung-hyun, the "Immortal" third grader, suffered a disappointing setback.

Hwang Jae-gyun, who transformed into a rocker, chose YB's "I Am a Butterfly" and delivered a message that he would end his 20-year baseball career and move on to a new chapter. In particular, a photo of Hwang Jae-kyun walking on the ground behind the stage and an honest handwritten letter containing his retirement feelings decorated the back of the stage, adding meaning. As a result, many baseball fans, including Hwang Jae-kyun's parents, shed tears. Hwang Jae-gyun also couldn't hold back his tears and choked up, leaving an intense aftertaste. However, Jeon Sa-min won two consecutive games and kept the winner's seat.

Park Yong-taek took the fourth stage and sang the representative number of the musical "Notre Dame de Paris," his favorite karaoke song, "The Age of Cathedrals." Park Yong-taek made everyone's eyes wide open by performing on the stage as if he had become a musical actor with his unique and charming voice. The masterpiece judges applauded on the stage of Park Yong-taek, who showed off his explosive voice by opening his arms amid the choir's magnificent support. Park Yong-taek stopped Jeon Sa-min's three consecutive wins and won one.

The main character of the last stage was Lee Dae-dae. In response, a "real friend" match between "commentary duo" Park Yong-taek and Lee Dae-hyung was made. Lee Dae-dae, who selected Cho Jang-hyuk's "Addicted Love," chose the straightforward method with only his voice without any special stage equipment or support shooting. Instead of fancy techniques, he gave a light and appealing stage to the audience. In particular, he overcame the previous stage, which was vulnerable to the beat, and succeeded in transforming into an "emotional ballader" who sings the pain of separation, touching the hearts of the masterpiece judges.

The final winner of the first part of the "2026 Professional Baseball Special" was Lee Dae-hyung. Lee Dae-dae showed his improved singing skills and emotions and won the honor of being the king of the baseball player world certified by "Immortal."

This special made a big impression by singing sincerely on stage by baseball stars who commanded the ground. Regardless of winning or losing, the stage of those who sublimated their lives and passion as baseball players into songs became the best gift that will not be forgotten for fans waiting for the opening of professional baseball. In particular, Hwang Jae-kyun's sincere stage, who took off his baseball uniform while announcing his retirement, impressed him greatly.

"Immortal Songs" airs every week at 6:05 p.m. on KBS 2TV.

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