Chapter 44
Toyama, the legendary pitching coach, had trained countless star players in Japan.
In his eyes, Yamada Ryuji was a player with exceptional talent, one who could become one of the best pitchers not just in Asia but worldwide.
Then what was this guy who just took that 160 km/h fastball — possibly the best pitch of Ryuji’s career — and sent it straight to the back screen?
Having spent his life coaching pitchers, Toyama had always been indifferent to batters.
But now, his interest was piqued, and he even felt an urge to have this Korean player on his side, the very player he considered a rival.
“An interesting player…”
As Toyama muttered, Ryuji approached him, his face a bit downcast.
“I’m sorry.”
“No, it’s not your fault. You just had a bit of bad luck. Besides, the game has just begun. Taehyun still has at-bats left. Go at him again! I believe in you.”