6 days ago · In the end, both sides navigated through that uncertainty to reach a deal that was officially announced Monday night. The Rays signed Kim to a two-year, $29 million contract that includes an additional $2 million in incentives this year (based on plate appearances) and a player option for the 2026 season. To make room for Kim on their 40-man roster, the Rays designated left-hander Brandon ...

Ha-Seong Kim was in a tough spot, heading into what was expected to be lucrative free agency with his right shoulder in a sling following October surgery to repair a torn labrum. The Rays, despite ...

Ha-seong Kim (Korean: 김하성; born October 17, 1995) is a South Korean professional baseball infielder for the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the San Diego Padres, and in the KBO League for the Nexen Heroes.. Kim was drafted 41st overall by the Heroes in the 2014 KBO League Draft. He made his KBO debut with the Heroes in May 2014 and won ...

Jan 30, 2025 · The Rays saw Kim's value for what it was -- an excellent defensive player with a useful offensive skill set. The Padres, meanwhile, are probably on the verge of settling their own shortstop situation. ... It was one of the very first full-stadium “Ha-Seong-Kim” chants -- and certainly the first memorable one. He laced a line-drive home run ...

Jan 29, 2025 · The Rays officially announced the signing of Ha-Seong Kim to a two-year free agent deal. The Boras Corporation client is reportedly guaranteed $29MM and can opt out after the first season.

6 days ago · The Rays knew Ha-Seong Kim was a really talented player. Highlight clips from games during his four-year stint with the Padres made that easy to see. But in the process of scouting, ...

Jan 29, 2025 · The Tampa Bay Rays and free agent Ha-Seong Kim have agreed to a two-year contract valued at $29 million, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal hadn’t been announced. ESPN first reported the agreement.

6 days ago · The Tampa Bay Rays have signed infielder Ha-Seong Kim to a two-year contract for the 2025-26 seasons, which includes a player option for 2026. The pact is worth up to $31 million if the option is exercised and performance escalators are met. To make room on the 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert was designated for assignment.

View the profile of Tampa Bay Rays Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. ... Ha-Seong Kim #7. Jonathan Aranda #62. Yandy Diaz #2. Brandon Lowe #8 ...

Jan 29, 2025 · The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to terms with free-agent infielder Ha-Seong Kim on a two-year contract worth $29 million, ESPN reports.The contract includes an opt-out after the first year, which ...