Kim Hye-sung is the main character! It was a backup of the Dodgers' professional reporter, but the possibility of regular second base increased
Jan 08, 2025
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The official Major League website MLB.com reported on the 8th (Korea time) 'Kim Hye-sung was originally scheduled to be used as a super utility, but now he is more likely to play as the main second baseman'
After the Dodgers signed Kim Hye-sung, they traded Gavin Lux, the main second baseman, to the Cincinnati Reds. The Dodgers are moving to trade additional domestic and foreign utility players whose roles overlap with Kim Hye-sung without stopping here. The article was written by Sonja Chen, a professional reporter for the Dodgers, so it is highly reliable.
When the Dodgers announced the recruitment of Kim Hye-sung, the outlook was very dark. Lux was holding on to second base, and Chris Taylor, Miguel Rojas and Tommy Edman were overflowing with utility resources in the center field. The contract size was also guaranteed for three years and $12.5 million, which was not a lot of money for the Dodgers. The view that the Dodgers considered Kim Hye-sung as a backup resource and brought him in to strengthen the depth gained convincing power.
Major League Trade Rumors said 'Kim Hye-sung will not be guaranteed a starter for the Dodgers. The Dodgers already have Max Muncy at second baseman Gavin Lux, shortstop Mookie Betts and hot corner (third baseman). In addition, talented defensive shortstop Miguel Rojas and versatile Chris Taylor are also on the bench. Center fielder Tommy Edman also highlighted that second baseman and shortstop are available.
The MTR is estimated that 'Kim Hye-sung will be given a larger role than a typical bench member. But all of themThere are too many talented competitors in Juss. Kim Hye-sung said, "I have to make an effort to secure time to participate."
MLB.com expressed a similar opinion.
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But less than a week later, the situation changed drastically. It is enough to interpret that the Dodgers' move saw Kim Hye-sung as the main player, not as a backup.
Sonya Chen acquired Kim Hye-sung and traded Lux to secure some clarity at second base. The Dodgers have taken a step forward to clean up traffic at the center and there will be more moves to come. This is not surprising. There are potentially three trade candidates"
The trade items picked by Sonya Chen are Taylor, Rojas, and James Outman. Taylor and Rojas are in the same position as Kim Hye-sung. If Taylor or Rojas is transferred after Lux, it means that Kim Hye-sung is considered the main second baseman.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
