I spent a lot of money and then what happened... San Diego, can’t even protect Kim Ha-seong?

 Trade rumors about Kim Ha-seong (29, San Diego Padres) continue.

The possibility of Kim Ha-seong being traded is also being raised in this Stove League. This is something Ha-seong Kim is already familiar with. Last winter, there were predictions that Kim Ha-seong would be traded when Xander Bogaerts, a top major league shortstop, joined San Diego. At the time, Ha-seong Kim pledged to survive in the competition within the team, saying, "A lot of people are worried (about my position), but no matter which team you play for, you always have to compete. I think I just have to do what I can do." He actually pledged to survive as a second baseman. Even after moving to , he showed great performance.

2023 was the year of Ha-seong Kim. He performed brilliantly in every game. He gave major league fans a treat with his excellent performance. Ha-seong Kim played all over the infield, including not only second base, but also shortstop and third base, showing off a water-tight defense. Ha-Seong Kim became the winner of the Gold Glove Utility category, given to the best defenders at each position. He beat prominent candidates such as Mookie Betts of the LA Dodgers and Tommy Edman of the St. Louis Cardinals, becoming the first Korean player and the first Asian infielder to win the Golden Glove.

This is Kim Ha-seong, who achieved excellent results relative to his salary. Ahead of the 2021 season, he declared his bid to advance to the major leagues through the posting system (private competitive bidding method) and signed a 4+1 year contract worth up to $39 million (about 51.3 billion won). Although he struggled a bit in his first year, he was named a finalist for the Gold Glove Award at shortstop in his second year, and in his third year, he showed great progress in offense and defense, becoming a vital force for San Diego.

Although he has clearly established himself as a starting player in San Diego, Ha-Sung Kim may end up moving again. This is because there is a high possibility that San Diego will not be able to continue accompanying Kim Ha-seong as it has begun to reduce its price. The expected value of Ha-seong Kim, who will become a free agent after the end of this season, is more than $100 million (about 131.6 billion won). This is a considerable amount for San Diego to bear.

This time, the Pittsburgh Pirates were mentioned as Kim Ha-seong's destination. On the 7th (Korean time), American sports media outlet 'Fox Sports' recommended players that each club should recruit, and recommended Kim Ha-seong to Pittsburgh. 'Fox Sports' said, "Pittsburgh has not made any major moves in the free agent market, but is looking at trade options," and said that Pittsburgh is trying to strengthen its roster through trade.

'Fox Sports' went on to claim that Pittsburgh needs Kim Ha-seong, saying, "It is known that San Diego is trying to trade Kim Ha-seong. Considering Kim Ha-seong's production ability in defense and offense, he is a very suitable fit for Pittsburgh."

This is Ha-seong Kim, who left behind achievements worthy of Pittsburgh. In the 2023 season, Ha-seong Kim left a batting record of 17 home runs, 60 RBIs, 84 runs, 38 stolen bases, a batting average of 0.260 (140 hits in 538 at-bats), an on-base percentage of 0.351, a slugging percentage of 0.398, and an OPS (on-base percentage + slugging percentage) of 0.749 in 152 games.

'Fox Sports' said, "Last season, Ha-seong Kim hit 17 home runs, the most in his major league career, and recorded a wRC+ of 112. At the same time, he received only $7 million (approximately KRW 9.2 billion). He also recorded +10 DRS and +7OAA. “I won the Gold Glove,” he said, introducing Kim Ha-seong’s performance.

'Fox Sports' said, "If Pittsburgh does not recruit a second baseman or reinforce through trade, it is expected that the starting shortstop will be selected through competition in spring training," and "Infielder Rio has power, but is still inconsistent even at the age of 22. “Ber Peguero showed great potential,” he said.

for more info check this :   토토사이트