Giants Sign KBO Star Jung Hoo Lee in $113M Deal; Royals Bolster Pitching Staff

Lee's six-year contract with the Giants includes an opt-out clause after the fourth season, while the Royals secure RHP Seth Lugo and reliever Chris Stratton.

Jung Hoo Lee, the KBO star, has signed a six-year, $113 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, boosting their offense.
Lee, known for his high contact rate and ability to avoid strikeouts, is expected to be an immediate upgrade for the Giants.
The Giants' full investment in Lee is closer to $132.8 million, including a posting fee of nearly $19 million payable to KBO's Kiwoom Heroes.
Lee can opt out of his contract with San Francisco after the fourth season.
The Royals have signed RHP Seth Lugo to a three-year, $45 million deal, and reliever Chris Stratton to a two-year, $8 million deal, bolstering their pitching staff.