The return schedule of Kim Do-young from the professional baseball team KIA Tigers is progressing smoothly.

Last year's MVP Kim Do-young collapsed due to a hamstring injury in the opening game. Fortunately, it was not a major injury but a minor damage.

Manager Lee Beom-ho gave an interview to reporters on the 5th before the game against LG at Jamsil Stadium was canceled due to rain. Regarding Kim Do-young's condition, he said, "It's not seriously damaged, so I'm not too worried. He's a young player, and I've heard he has already recovered over 90%. He'll probably be perfect in a few days after receiving a re-examination at the hospital. If he lifts weights and trains for about 4 to 5 days, I think he should be ready to play normally from then on."

Kim Do-young underwent a detailed MRI examination at the club-designated hospital on the 3rd and was diagnosed with significant improvement in the left hamstring injury area. He is currently doing basic workouts including weights and technical training. Kim Do-young could participate in the Futures League next week to enhance his game sense. A return to the first team is expected in the third week of April (15th-20th). The return point is faster than when he collapsed in the opening game.

Manager Lee Beom-ho said, "However, it's not important to come back quickly; it's more important whether there will be a recurrence next time. It makes a difference whether he waits about 5 more days or comes back a bit earlier. When he returns, will he be able to play as actively as he did before, or will he need to take it a bit slower? That's something to be a little concerned about."

Should Kim Do-young hold back on stealing bases upon his return? The manager mentioned, "He will do it when needed. Since he's a young player, I don't have much worry once he recovers. As long as he is careful not to run too aggressively and suddenly stop like last time, I think he will be fine."

Kim Sun-bin was omitted from the first team roster on this day. Following a detailed examination on the 31st of last month, he was diagnosed with a minor injury to the inner left calf. Playing defense was difficult, so he has only appeared as a pinch hitter. On this day, Park Chan-ho returned to the first team, causing Kim Sun-bin to be removed from the roster.

The manager said about the timing of Kim Sun-bin's return, "I don't know well. Depending on the situation, it may take about ten more days. He will have to return only when he is fully ready for defense. If he returns while still not fully recovered and gets injured again, it would be a big problem, so it's better to wait more than ten days when he's not in good condition."

KIA is struggling due to injuries in the infield during the early part of the season, with a record of 4 wins and 7 losses, placing them in the lower ranks. The manager noted, "The synergy of Sun-bin, Do-young, and Chan-ho playing together tends to be a bit more stable for the pitchers when they go up to the mound. Of course, both Woo-hyuk and Kyu-sung are doing really well right now."

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