2B,SS - Atlanta Braves IL10
- Age 30
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
The Atlanta Braves are hopeful that Ha-Seong Kim could begin a minor league rehab assignment within the next couple of weeks.
Fantasy Impact
Kim underwent surgery on January 18 to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger. While he has yet to face live pitching, the team remains hopeful he can begin a rehab assignment soon and return in early May. Upon his return, he is expected to be the team’s starting shortstop.
The Braves placed SS Ha-Seong Kim on the 10-day injured list with a right middle finger laceration.
Fantasy Impact
Kim arrived at Braves camp as he continued to work his way back from a torn tendon in his middle finger. He will miss at least the first couple weeks of the season.
Ha-Seong Kim has arrived at Braves camp as he continues to work his way back from his finger injury.
Fantasy Impact
Kim is continuing to work his way back from a torn tendon in his middle finger. He has been doing some fielding, but hasn't been able to swing a bat. He does not have a clear timetable to return.
Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos said the team is hopeful Ha-Seong Kim can return in early May.
Fantasy Impact
Kim had been given a timeline of 6-to-8 weeks to return, so he could be slightly ahead of schedule. There should be further updates provided as camp progresses.
Ha-Seong Kim (hand) suffered a hand injury falling on ice while in South Korea and underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger. The expected recovery time is four to five months.
Fantasy Impact
Well ... that's not good. The Braves, who were decimated by injuries for much of last season, couldn't get out of January this year without an injury to one of their starters. Kim, who signed a one-year deal to remain in Atlanta in the offseason, played well is his audition with the Braves last year as he batted .253 with three home runs in 98 plate appearances. His best season came in 2023 with the Padres when he hit .260 with 17 home runs and 38 stolen bases in 152 games. Barring another move, the Braves will likely turn to another free agent signing this offseason, Mauricio Dubon, to take over as the regular shortstop while Kim is on the shelf.
