The infielder lands a two-year contract in his first foray into domestic free agency, but won't debut until May.
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The New York Yankees could use another versatile infielder before the 2025 regular season starts. Could Ha-Seong Kim be a realistic target?
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"Infielder Ha-Seong Kim and the Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a two-year, $29 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources tell ESPN," Passan tweeted. "Kim is coming off shoulder surgery but is expected to return in May and slated to take over at shortstop."
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Ha-Seong Kim = not a Giant
The era of speculative fanboy-ing over a Ha-Seong Kim, Jung-Hoo Lee bromance in the Orange-and-Black is officially over. The Tampa Bay Rays, curiously in need of shortstop, shelled out for the 29 year-old Gold Glover: matching the $28 million contract (with an added cherry on top) that Kim originally signed with San Diego in 2020 for half the years and generous perks tacked on.
Ha-Seong Kim, who primarily has played shortstop as a pro, should be available in May as he is recovering from shoulder surgery.
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