Now that I have kept all of you in suspense long enough, things are pretty much finalized, and Brian and I have broken the news to those that we wanted to be able to talk to in person first, it’s time to finally bring my LoveEatRunners up to speed!
As many of you know from reading LoveEatRun, Brian plays professional baseball for a living. Last year he played with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, the AAA associate of the Philadelphia Phillies, and we were 100% expecting to be back in Allentown again this season.
Well, my friends, there has been a slight change of plans. Brian won’t be packing up and moving North again for the baseball season. Instead, he will be packing up and heading West for a pit stop in Arizona before heading far East.
How far East?
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South Korea East.
Check it out.
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“Former big leaguer Brian Bass signed with the Hanwha Eagles of the KBO for , according to a Naver Sports article passed along by Dan of MyKBO.net. Bass, 30, has a 5.16 ERA with 5.1 K/9 and 4.2 BB/9 in 183 innings over the course of three seasons with the Pirates, Orioles and Twins. The Pirates granted the right-hander free agency after the 2011 season, but he last appeared in the Major Leagues in 2010.”
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“According to Naver Sports, right-hander Brian Bass has signed a contract with the Hanwha Eagles of the Korean Baseball Organization.
The story was passed along by MyKBO.net. Bass, who turned 30 earlier this month, posted a 3.81 ERA and 105/56 K/BB ratio over 158 1/3 innings as a starter with Triple-A Lehigh Valley in the Phillies’ organization last season. He has a 5.16 ERA over 183 innings in the majors between the Orioles, Twins and Pirates.”
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And if you can read this one, you are one step ahead of me!!!
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And just like that, Brian is a Hanwha Eagle and we have had to make some major life decisions.
More details yet to come…
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Well, shoot! That’s quite some news. Congratulations and good luck to you both!!
It sure is!! And thanks, Jess!!!!
Wow wow wow! That’s crazy and exciting. I can’t wait to hear what the plan is.
Yes! Very crazy and exciting!! All the details are still being nailed down but Ill be sharing as they are figured out!
Like I told you yesterday…we think it is wonderful news and couldn’t be happier for you. Such an amazing opportunity to live abroad and what a wonderful journey that will be one of many in your new life together. You guys will do great there. Love you!
Thanks Heath!! It means a lot to have your support!!! Love you! xoxo
OMGSH! That is amazing! And crazy. Not gonna lie, I’ve been dying to know what this big news is! Keep us updated, no matter what I’m sure you guys have an amazing adventure ahead!
Thanks Jamie!! Im sure it will be quite the adventure and all of it will be documented right here!!!
WOW, that’s big [and exciting] news! I wish both of you the best of luck with whatever y’all decide- living abroad would be a fun adventure but def hard to leave home and family…
It’s going to be so hard to leave but I can’t be away from him for that long!! At least I have LoveEatRun to stay in contact with everyone
I thought this might be your news! So exciting…wishing you the best of luck!
Thanks Colleen!!!!
Craziness! South Korea is pretty cool!
Have you been there before??
Wow! That IS big news and I can see why you have some big decisions to make. Best of luck to you both!
Thanks, Holly!!! It should be an interesting ride
Umm wow! That is so crazy and one heck of a big move. I definitely assumed you’d be spending some time in A-town this summer, but sounds like you have a totally different adventure planned!
I won’t lie and say I’m not disappointed about not being in A-town this summer. I loved it up there. But South Korea should definitely be an adventure!
Oh my gosh!!! That is a big-time move!! That will be a very fun adventure!
I sure hope so!!! Just look at what you have to look forward to!
That is sooo exciting!!! Congrats to you both!!! What a fun way to start your adventure together. Can’t wait to hear about the adventures abroad.
Thanks Candi!!! I’m sure there will be plenty to share once we both are over there!!!
Holy moly. That’s so crazy!!! What a crazy few weeks it must have been!
definitely has been a couple crazy weeks…crazy and draining. i’m so happy that the decisions are finally made, now I just want to get the details down – like when exactly I will be joining him overseas!
Hi~!
I’m hanwha eagles korean fan.
welcome to Hanwha and Daejeon.
I want bass will be very good player.
And Daejeon internet keyword is ‘대전시’ or ‘대전광역시’
google search used this kekword.
Daejeon is good city.
^^;
p.s. The order keyword is ” 한밭야구장”, “대청댐”, “보문산” ,” 계룡산” etc
Thanks for the keywords and for stopping by my blog!! I hope Brian has a great season for the Eagles!!
Hello. I’m Hanhwa Eagle’ fan.(also I’m Korean.)
Run at Eagles will be Great challenge for Bass and you.
I want what Bass be great start pitcher with Hanhwa Eagles’ championship.
I can’t wait to get to Daejeon and see what the Hanwha Eagles are all about!! So excited for the adventure and for baseball season!!
Bass will play as well as he did!
I already know he is very nice pitcher lol
I wish he would pitch Justine Verlander X)
I’m glad you are excited about him being a part of the team!!! I hope its a great season for him and the team!
Do you like food?
Daejeon’s tasty food web search keyword is ” 대전 맛집” for http://www.naver.com.
You will find many images in Dajeon’s restaurant.
But some image is restaurant advertisemant.
You can know korean foods(keyword is 맛집).
And beautiful Daejeon keyword is ” 대전 8경”
I wish your happy.
Thanks for the pieces of advice about Daejeon! I’m excited to get to try some new things in Korea…especially Korean bbq!!!