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7.8OUR SCORE
ManhwaOngoing · 17+ chR15 · our rating

The Star Pitcher's Secret Therapy

The Star Pitcher's Secret Therapy [Full ver.]

Manta Comics · 2026

Platform rating: 16+ on Manta; separate Mature (18+) available on Manta

best for adult readers who enjoy a famous athlete with an affectionate personality, an enthusiastic older fan, and a playful romance driven by physical chemistry

Story7.4Art8.0Romance8.1
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Ch. 01 · The story

What it's about

Spoiler level: Minor — for the synopsis & review below

Baseball fan Jimin Jung has defended the Seoul Hounds’ star pitcher Yeongwon Ryu through a troubling slump. A chance encounter brings her unexpectedly close to the athlete she admires, and their connection takes a surprising turn when intimacy seems to help restore his form. They begin a private arrangement intended to support his return to the mound. Keeping it practical becomes harder as the man behind the celebrity image turns out to be affectionate, inexperienced, and increasingly attached.

Ch. 02 · Our verdict

My take

The affectionate male lead is the standout in early reader discussion, with his earnest reactions giving the adult premise a surprisingly sweet tone. Jimin’s enthusiasm helps the comedy feel playful rather than built entirely on celebrity distance. The story’s coincidence-driven cure is easy to predict, but the appealing chemistry and low-pressure humor make it a promising choice for a light, intimate romance.

— coff33latt33

✓ Read it if…

Being a fan does not mean Jimin must remain on the sidelines of every interaction. The appeal lies in watching her confidence meet Yeongwon’s softer, less polished personality, allowing admiration to turn into something more reciprocal than a distant crush on a sports celebrity.

! Skip it if…

The baseball slump mainly creates opportunities for intimacy; readers wanting detailed sporting competition may find that emphasis thin. Physical encounters drive much of the relationship, and the developing series still has relatively little long-term reception to assess beyond its warmly received opening.

Ch. 03 · The vibe

Story profile

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Ch. 04 · Next up

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