Jung Ho Kang's recent off-field troubles appear likely to cost him a chance to play in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.
South Korean national team manager Kim In-sik told Yonhap News Agency that he is aware of "worsening public opinion" surrounding the Pirates infielder.
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"[Kang] is a great player, but I've started to wonder if it's worth the trouble taking him to the WBC (amid falling public opinion)," Kim told Yonhap. "Personally, I am leaning toward taking Kang off the roster."
Kang was arrested in early December for fleeing the scene after causing an accident while driving under the influence in Seoul.