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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Ha-Seong Kim was activated from the injured list on May 11, 2026, after missing the entire season due to a torn tendon in his right middle finger suffered in January. The 30-year-old shortstop signed a one-year, $20MM deal with the Braves in December after a strong finish to the 2025 season. Kim performed well during his rehab assignment, hitting .286 in nine games. However, his return to MLB action has been challenging, going hitless in his first four games with a .053 batting average. Despite offensive struggles, Kim's elite defense has been on full display, showcasing the Gold Glove-caliber play that made him the 2023 NL Gold Glove winner at the utility spot. He is expected to be the Braves' primary shortstop going forward.
Strengths
- + Elite defensive skills and Gold Glove winner (2023)
- + Plus speed and strong glove work
- + Solid rehab performance (.286 in 9 games)
- + Confident front office investment ($20MM contract)
- + Spurned larger 4-year offer from A's to bet on himself
- + High floor as a player with consistent performance history
- + League-average bat with 101 wRC+ career average
Weaknesses
- - Currently struggling offensively (.053 BA in first 4 games)
- - Hitless in four consecutive games
- - Hand injury recovery may still be affecting performance
- - Missed entire 2026 season to date
- - Relatively modest offensive production historically (.242/.326/.380 as Padre)
- - Adjustment period expected after extended absence
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Ha-Seong Kim is a shortstop for the Atlanta Braves.
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Recent News
Ha-Seong Kim is absent from the Braves' starting lineup for Sunday's tilt against the Red Sox.
May 17, 2026
Mauricio Dubon, Ha-Seong Kim both out of lineup for Red Sox finale
May 17, 2026
Aroldis Chapman pitched out a bases loaded jam against the Braves for his 10th save Saturday.
May 16, 2026
Ha-Seong Kim went 0-for-3 with a strikeout as the Braves were shut out by Ben Brown and a pair of Cubs' relievers on Thursday evening.
May 15, 2026
Mauricio Dubon hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth inning of the Braves' 4-1 defeat of the Cubs on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026