Kim Hye-sung's local evaluation of the U.S. is heating up! → Already, "All-round Player" is highly praised
Kim Hye-sung's local evaluation of the U.S. is heating up! → Already, "All-round Player" is highly praised
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The evaluation of Kim Hye-sung (25) is already heating up in the U.S.
U.S. media ESPN evaluated hitters who will appear in the FA (Free Agent) market in the stove league this winter on the 13th (Korea time).
The media labeled Juan Soto as the biggest fish in the world. The media then categorized Willy Adames, Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso as big hitters with contracts worth more than 100 million U.S. dollars.
Kim Hye-sung was introduced as a notable FA resource following Teoscar Hernandez, Anthony Santander, Christian Walker, and Jurickson Profar. Following Kim, the media mentioned the names of Tyler O'Neill and Jak Pederson.
ESPN reported that Kim had a batting average of 0.304 for eight seasons in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) league, adding that Kim is an all-round player. He is an attractive resource for teams that prefer players who are in their prime."
Since her debut as a pro in 2017, Kim has played in 953 games for eight seasons with a batting average of 0.304, 37 homers, 386 RBIs and an on-base plus slugging percentage (OPS) of 0.767. In the 2024 season, Kim played in 127 games with a batting average of 0.326, 11 homers, 75 RBIs and 30 steals (six failed) of 0.841. She has successfully hit .300 for four consecutive seasons.
Media outlets continued, "Kim Hye-sung, who will turn 26 next year, is a second baseman with both experience and ability to play shortstop. While playing for eight seasons, he has posted 211 stolen bases. He has posted 30 stolen bases this season as well. He has posted a batting average of over 300 for four consecutive seasons. He has posted 11 homeruns in the 2024 season, and is capable of launching homeruns from time to time. He is a popular "popular midtier player." 메이저놀이터
Kim Hye-sung is continuing her strides to advance to the big leagues after expressing her intention to challenge the major leagues early ahead of the 2024 season. Her club, Kiwoom Heroes, has already allowed Kim Hye-sung to advance to the major leagues. In June, she signed an agent contract with CAA Sports, the agency of world-renowned baseball star Shohei Ohtani (30, LA Dodgers).
In addition, the media also evaluated Kim Ha-sung (29). The media classified Kim Ha-sung as a "batter with question marks" and said, "Although he couldn't play in the postseason after undergoing shoulder surgery, he still has a choice. He can sign a one-year (short-term) contract for a high amount of money. Some teams may offer multi-year contracts despite his shoulder injury."
Kim Ha-sung is a utility player who boasts the best defense capability in the Major League. He can play various positions such as shortstop, second baseman, and third baseman. This season, he played in 121 games with a batting average of 0.233 (94 hits in 403) 11 home runs, 47 RBIs, 60 runs scored, 58 walks, 77 strikeouts, 22 steals (five failed), 0.330 on-base percentage, 0.370 on-base plus slugging percentage, and 0.700 on-base plus slugging percentage (OPS). Although he underwent shoulder surgery, if the club is confident that he can continue to perform well, there will be no reason for the Major League not to open his wallet.