Ha-Seong Kim Unable To Capitalize On Regular Playing Time
4 years agoSan Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim went 1-for-4 with a double Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies. With shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (COVID-19) on the shelf, Kim has garnered daily starts the past week but hasn't capitalized, going 6-for-28 (.214 average) since May 11. The 25-year-old former KBO star has had a rough offensive transition to the majors, slashing .198/.257/.297 with two homers, three steals and 18 runs-plus-RBI in 101 plate appearances. Kim has flashed his potential with a 112.3 mph max exit velocity but has had issues making solid contact, holding a weak .248 wOBA. With Tatis expected to return soon, Kim will likely resume his role as a platoon bat that plays three infield positions. He's off the fantasy radar outside of the deepest leagues.
Source: MLB
Source: MLB