South Korean superstar Lee Seung Yeop was introduced at a press conference on Tuesday after joining the Lotte Marines on a two-year, 500 million yen deal.
Lee Seung Yeop, who hit 56 home runs last season in South Korea to establish a new Asian record, smiles as he is introduced to the media in Chiba after signing a two-year contract with the Marines.
"I won't forget what I've achieved in South Korea and I plan to give it my all with the spirit of a rookie," said Lee at a Chiba hotel attended by some 100 reporters, including a large contingent from South Korea.
"The reason I chose the Marines is because they were the first team to approach me and I wanted to play under American manager Bobby Valentine," Lee said.