According to a report from Naver Sports in Korea, the US government has denied Jung Ho Kang a work visa. The link is in Korean, and the Google translation isn't entirely clear, but it evidently says Kang's chances of playing for the Pirates in 2017 are now in doubt. Another report in Korea evidently indicates Kang's appeal of his DUI punishment in Korea could positively affect his visa status, although more won't be known about that for awhile. Clint Hurdle told MLB Network Radio today that he's unsure of the chances Kang will play this season.
Jung Ho Kang reportedly denied visa, putting season in doubt
