After winning the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are not finished with being one of the most talked about teams in baseball adding more depth to the lineup. Korean infielder, Hye-Song Kim, who has spent the last couple of years playing in the Korean Baseball Organization signed a three year $22 million contract with the Dodgers.
According to Columbia Broadcasting System sports writer Matt Snyder, “In 127 games last season, he hit .326/.383/.458 with 26 doubles, four triples, 11 homers, 75 RBI, 90 runs and 30 stolen bases in 36 tries. In his KBO career, he’s hit .304/.364/.403.”
During Kim’s career through KBO, he played second base and shortstop as a defender in the infield with former teammate Ha-Seong Kim who has played for the Padres for the past three years.
With his baseball experience, the Dodgers will be in great shape in the infield with Kim possibly playing shortstop along with teammates Gavin Lux and Max Muncy. In addition, he will bring a lot of depth to the team that wants to make it far into the playoffs again next season.
Personally, I think this was a great move for the Dodgers as they continue to get all the well known players throughout Major League Baseball. In addition to Kim, pitcher Blake Snell also signed a five year $182 million contract with the Dodgers who is a Cy Young award winner last year in the National League.
To the Dodgers organization, I wish you the best for the rest of the offseason and good luck next season.
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