Ex-KBO slugger Romak says feels sense of 'closure' in return to Korea
INCHEON — When he retired from baseball in 2021 following five successful seasons in South Korea, Jamie Romak felt a bit rushed, with things coming to an end suddenly. Now 40, the former All-Star slugger for the SSG Landers is back in South Korea this week for the first time since his retirement, and the trip has given him a chance to properly close the book on his career. The Landers invited…
Former Canadian baseball star Jamie Romak, who played for the Incheon-based SSG Landers from 2017 to 2021, has returned to Korea for the first time since his retirement. The 40-year-old All-Star slugger was invited by the Landers to their home stadium, Incheon SSG Landers Field, for a pregame ceremony that included an autograph session for fans and the ceremonial first pitch.
Romak expressed feeling a sense of closure during his visit, stating that his return has given him the opportunity to properly wrap up his career. He added that while things feel slower now, he is glad to be back in Korea.
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