After years in KBO obscurity, Song Sung-mun lands MLB deal with Padres

In an unlikely career arc sure to inspire those toiling in obscurity, South Korean baseball All-Star Song Sung-mun has landed a major league deal after being on the verge of flaming out as a bit player. The San Diego Padres announced their signing of Song to a four-year contract on Monday (local time). He is the 10th player from the Korea Baseball Organization to join a Major League Baseball club through the posting process. Song, 29, was the 49th overall pick by the Kiwoom Heroes at the 2014 KB