Thank you Mr. Choo!!!!!!!

[Volunteer Red]

Thanks for coming here and showing us what we have been missing in the leadoff spot for the last two decades or more. Thanks for switching positions in the OF and doing so quietly and effieciently. Thanks for helping us make the playoffs again despite many players going down to injury throughout the year which hadnt happened in the last 3-4 years. Thanks for ALL that you have done on the field for us the Reds Fans. WE APPRECIATE YOU AND DESPERATELY WANT YOU BACK IN A REDS UNIFORM IN 2014!!!!!!!!

[CoachBombay]

He wont read this

[Lewdog]

He wont read this

Yes, it should have been written in Korean. :lol:

[Volunteer Red]

Yes, it should have been written in Korean. :lol:

OK




yeogie-ogo uliga jinan susib nyeon isanglideu opeu jali eseo nulag doen geos-eul uliege boyeo jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. OF ui wichileul jeonhwan hago joyonghi effieciently ileohge jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. ulileul dowa jusyeoseo gamsahabnida manh-eun seonsu ga hadnt neun jinan 3-4nyeon eseo il-eonan ilnyeon naenae busang e chulag edo bulguhago dasi peullei opeu leul habnida. dangsin-i ulilejeu paen eul wihae hyeonjang eseo suhaeng han modeun jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. ulineun 2014 nyeon dangsin-eul gamsahago pilsajeoglejeu yunipom-eul dangsin-eul dasi gajgo sip-eo ! ! !

[RedlegJake]

google translate loses something doesn't it? When you put it back it says its afrikaans

[RedFanAlways1966]

Choo came here b/c he was traded here. Just to make sure no one thinks he came here out of free angency or out of the goodness of his heart.

I will give him a big thank you if he re-signs for less than he can get elsewhere.

[Beer&Bourbon]

Choo came here b/c he was traded here. Just to make sure no one thinks he came here out of free angency or out of the goodness of his heart.

I will give him a big thank you if he re-signs for less than he can get elsewhere.

Really? So you think that just because he is getting paid to be here he isn't a valuable asset and doesn't deserve some appreciation? I bet you appreciate a thank you from your boss/ significant other/ whatnot when you do something of value (even if you're expected to do it).

Thank you, Choo for a great year. Hopefully you stay here (for a reasonable price), but if not, I wish you good luck in the future (unless you're picked up by St. Louis of course). :D

[SporkLover]

Yes, it should have been written in Korean. :lol:

Hangul..... Korean is the spoken language.

[Screwball]

Hangul..... Korean is the spoken language.

Yeah, who doesn't know that?

[SporkLover]

Yeah, who doesn't know that?

Can I get an amen?

Didn't everyone else learn about Korea when they learned Choo was Cincy bound?

[RedFanAlways1966]

Really? So you think that just because he is getting paid to be here he isn't a valuable asset and doesn't deserve some appreciation? I bet you appreciate a thank you from your boss/ significant other/ whatnot when you do something of value (even if you're expected to do it).

No, but I think your ability to read between the lines is lacking. I will also tell you that no one in this thread is Choo's boss lol. I like Choo and he served a vital role on this 3rd place team. Before we get too overwhelmed with Choo-luv (and speaking of 3rd), I think of him right after I give praise to the starting pitching and Joey Votto.

:)

[Lewdog]

No, but I think your ability to read between the lines is lacking. I will also tell you that no one in this thread is Choo's boss lol. I like Choo and he served a vital role on this 3rd place team. Before we get too overwhelmed with Choo-luv (and speaking of 3rd), I think of him right after I give praise to the starting pitching and Joey Votto.

:)

Right now they may be a third place team, BUT they are going to end up with a record not much worse than most of the division winners in all of MLB, and that's with playing in the toughest division in all of baseball. That's an accomplishment.

[RedsBrick]

Choo came here b/c he was traded here. Just to make sure no one thinks he came here out of free angency or out of the goodness of his heart.

I will give him a big thank you if he re-signs for less than he can get elsewhere.

Boo

Regardless of why/how he's a Red, he's done a great job, did what he was asked to do...without griping about it.

Why would he resign with the Reds for less than he can get elsewhere?

[RedFanAlways1966]

Boo

Regardless of why/how he's a Red, he's done a great job, did what he was asked to do...without griping about it.

Why would he resign with the Reds for less than he can get elsewhere?

Who is griping (other than you lol)? And who said he is not doing a GOOD job (except that LH ptiching thing)? The OP made it sound like Choo only came here b/c he was on some sort of Mother Teresa mission.

La$tly... b/c money i$ not everything (check out the 7 deadly $in$ thing)? The life$tyle difference between $10 mill and $13 mill per year i$ null. Playing with people you like and for a good/playoff team i$ pretty cool and might be worth $omething. $hould I go on?

[RedsBrick]

Who is griping (other than you lol)? And who said he is not doing a GOOD job (except that LH ptiching thing)? The OP made it sound like Choo only came here b/c he was on some sort of Mother Teresa mission.

La$tly... b/c money i$ not everything (check out the 7 deadly $in$ thing)? The life$tyle difference between $10 mill and $13 mill per year i$ null. Playing with people you like and for a good/playoff team i$ pretty cool and might be worth $omething. $hould I go on?

No one is griping...that's the point. Choo went from right to center without complaining about it...simply did what they asked him to do. I appreciate that, regardless of where he signs or for how much.

About the money...the thing is, neither you or I gets to determine how much is too much for someone else. Would I like it if he signed in Cincy for less than he could make elsewhere...absolutley! But that's not going to keep me from saying 'thanks' for a great season with the Reds while he was here.

[Mike Honcho]

At least there is a draft pick at the end of the rainbow, at a minimum.

[Redsfansince72]

At least there is a draft pick at the end of the rainbow, at a minimum.

Now if the Reds could draft hitters that hit in the clutch.. that would be a huge plus.. so far not enough of them

[Redsfansince72]

i am glad the Reds got Choo, I just wish they did it the trade deadline of 2012.. Maybe they dont get beat and got further in the playoffs.. But he will be a huge hole to replace.. they wasted money on Ludwick and cant keep from playing him in 2014.. I just hope the Window for that Championship we fans have craved isnt closing and they missed their chance last year..the inconsistent offense wont change until they change the hitting coach or something.. not making anybody accountable wont fix it.. like changing the chairs on a sinking boat.. I hope and pray this isnt going to go backwards again!!.. That will suck!!

[demas863]

OK
It's "bulgohago" not "bulguhago." How can we read your posts if you can't spell correctly?:)



yeogie-ogo uliga jinan susib nyeon isanglideu opeu jali eseo nulag doen geos-eul uliege boyeo jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. OF ui wichileul jeonhwan hago joyonghi effieciently ileohge jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. ulileul dowa jusyeoseo gamsahabnida manh-eun seonsu ga hadnt neun jinan 3-4nyeon eseo il-eonan ilnyeon naenae busang e chulag edo bulguhago dasi peullei opeu leul habnida. dangsin-i ulilejeu paen eul wihae hyeonjang eseo suhaeng han modeun jusyeoseo gamsahabnida. ulineun 2014 nyeon dangsin-eul gamsahago pilsajeoglejeu yunipom-eul dangsin-eul dasi gajgo sip-eo ! ! !

[TMIMITW]

Choo has been publishing his "weekly diary" to a Korean sports news agency and from what he has written, it's quite obvious that this past season with the Reds has been a very meaningful season in terms of his personal life.

This is his last entry, immediately after the loss. He specifies that he wanted to write a letter to the people that influenced him the most this season. Translated by me to best convey the personal tone of his entry.

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First, for Dusty Baker.

Dusty, you know what it is that I want to tell you. You came up to me at the clubhouse the day after our loss. Seeing how down I felt because of our loss, you said to me: "This is life." I will never forget that moment.

Throughout this season, you saw that I was living away from my family, and you constantly looked out for my needs -- food to eat and warm words of life wisdoms, especially during my struggles. Even during the team lows, instead of criticizing me, you restored my confidence by showing me your faith and support. Your support was moving on a personal level. Without doubt, you were best leader that I've played for.

Next, Jay Bruce!

You were absolutely the best teammate. You always tried to see things from my perspective first, and during my deepest struggles on the field, you constantly encouraged me by instilling self-confidence. We learned a lot from each other. I probably learned a lot more from you than vise versa. Jay! I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Cincinnati's secret weapon, Billy Hamilton!

You absolutely wowed us with your speed from the get go. Billy, there is something I want to tell you. I want you to play the game as if the home stadium is your home. Don't worry about what others think -- you have natural talent. I want to see that talent come to fruition. I wish you luck.

Last but not least, the fans of Cincinnati!

From this past season, I experienced moments that I wouldn't trade for anything in this world. Recently while I was on the field, I heard a fan say "Choo, we love you. We want you to stay for next season." While I honestly can't say at this moment where I'll be next year, I want to let you know that the fans of Cincinnati are special and I will remember this season with fond memories.


Borrowed from:
http://sports.news.naver.com/sports/index.nhn?category=worldbaseball&ctg=news&mod=read&office_id=380&article_id=0000000416

[Redsfansince72]

i wonder if the Reds trade Brandon, that frees up money to keep Choo.. Just a hunch as I bet Bob loved Choo on this team this past season and wants to find a way to keep him

[kaldaniels]

Great find TMI! Welcome to RZ!

[goreds2]

Great find TMI! Welcome to RZ! I second that and what a classy person Choo is.

[jhiller21]

Choo really is a stand-up guy, and I wish him luck wherever he ends up. Realistically, there's almost zero chance he gets resigned here, and he knows that.

It was a lot of fun watching him hit (and even play center) in 2013.

[scotly50]

Choo really is a stand-up guy, and I wish him luck wherever he ends up. Realistically, there's almost zero chance he gets resigned here, and he knows that.

It was a lot of fun watching him hit (and even play center) in 2013.

Sad but true.

[RedlegJake]

Now if the Reds could draft hitters that hit in the clutch.. that would be a huge plus.. so far not enough of them

Once Winker and Ervin arrive maybe that perception will start to change (especially Winker).