Ha-seong Kim Struggling With Contact
4 years agoSan Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim has struggled to start spring training, recording just two hits with four strikeouts in 14 plate appearances. The 25-year-old joined the majors this offseason after seven excellent years in the KBO, culminating with a .306/.397/.523 line last season with 30 homers, 23 steals and 220 runs-plus-RBI in 138 contests. On paper, Kim's fantasy potential is brimming with scorecard-stuffing potential amongst a loaded lineup, but he'll have to wrest playing time from incumbent second baseman Jake Cronenworth. Despite the glowing resume, it's reasonable to expect a transition period for Kim against MLB-caliber pitching. He's a risky proposition at his 203 ADP with upside.
Source: MLB
Source: MLB