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Ha-Seong Kim Rejected $48 Million Deal From Surprise AL Squad

Ha-Seong Kim Rejected $48 Million Deal From Surprise AL Squad

Summary

Ha-Seong Kim, a baseball player, signed a one-year, $20 million contract with the Atlanta Braves. He turned down a four-year, $48 million offer from the Oakland Athletics. Kim played 48 games last season, impacted by a back injury and shoulder surgery.

Key Facts

  • Ha-Seong Kim signed with the Atlanta Braves for one year at $20 million.
  • The Oakland Athletics offered Kim a four-year contract worth $48 million.
  • Kim is 30 years old and plays as a utility infielder, specializing in defense.
  • In the 2025 season, he played 48 games due to back issues and shoulder surgery.
  • Kim had a .649 OPS (on-base plus slugging) last season in 171 at-bats.
  • The Tampa Bay Rays put Kim on waivers in August, and the Braves picked him up.
  • The Athletics have been using multiple players at second base due to a lack of stable options.
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