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Rays' Kim Ha-seong ready to return to action by late April
With his rehab from a shoulder surgery last fall going well, new Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Kim Ha-seong said Tuesday he hopes to return to action by late April at the earliest.
Rays Sign Ha-Seong Kim
The Rays officially announced the signing of Ha-Seong Kim to a two-year free agent deal. The Boras Corporation client is reportedly guaranteed $29MM and can opt out after the first season. Kim will make a $13MM base salary for the upcoming season.
Report: Padres fan favorite Ha-Seong Kim signs 2-year deal with Rays
Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is joining the Tampa Bay Rays on a two-year, $29 million deal, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Wednesday. The deal includes an opt-out after this season. Kim is coming off shoulder surgery but could return to action in May.
Wednesday's MLB: Rays land Ha-Seong Kim for two years, $29 million
The 29-year-old infielder from South Korea tore the labrum in his right shoulder on Aug. 18 and needed season-ending surgery.
Infielder Ha-Seong Kim, Tampa Bay Rays finalize $29 million, 2-year contract
Infielder Ha-Seong Kim and the Tampa Bay Rays finalized a $29 million, two-year contract on Monday. Kim, who played his first four seasons in the majors with the San Diego Padres and won a Gold Glove in 2023,
Ha-Seong Kim says signing with Rays was ‘a really easy decision’
Ha-Seong Kim was in a tough spot, heading into what was expected to be lucrative free agency with his right shoulder in a sling following October surgery to repair a torn labrum. The Rays, despite problems of their own — most notably Hurricane Milton tearing the roof off Tropicana Field,
Rays' new shortstop Kim 'grinding really hard' to be game-ready ASAP
The offseason began with a great deal of uncertainty for both Ha-Seong Kim and the Rays. Kim entered free agency while recovering from surgery on his right shoulder, a procedure that will leave him un
What were Rays thinking in making $29 million deal for Ha-Seong Kim?
In theory, the absolute best outcome for the Rays’ surprising signing of Ha-Seong Kim for $29 million over two years would be him returning from shoulder surgery by mid-May, leading the team to back-to-back World Series championships and earning a statue to be placed at the new stadium being built.
Rays' signing of Ha-Seong Kim is one more example of MLB’s broken system
Welcome to baseball’s problem in a nutshell. Was enjoying a quiet Sunday morning reading the Tampa Bay Times when I came across this phrase in a Marc Topkin analysis of Ha-Seong Kim’s two-year, $29 million deal with the Rays:
Rays sign infielder Ha-Seong Kim to two-year contract
The Tampa Bay Rays have signed infielder Ha-Seong Kim to a two-year contract for the 2025-26 seasons, which includes a player option for 2026. The pact is worth up to $31 million if the option is exercised and performance escalators are met.
Longtime Milwaukee Brewers Ace Gets Worrisome Injury Update From Manager
Brewers manager Pat Murphy told the Milwaukee Journal-Constitution that Brandon Woodruff won't be back for the start of ...
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Marlins, Rays Enter 2025 International Signing Period With Maximum Bonus Pool
The 2025 international signing period is slated to open on Wednesday, and a few teams will be flush with cash. The most any team has in its bonus pool entering the start of the cycle is $7.56 million.
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Brewers to use facial recognition at American Family Field gates this season
When the Brewers return to American Family Field this spring for the 2025 season, fans will have the option of getting into the ballpark without a ticket. Team officials on Monday ...
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Rays to sign former Gold Glover to two-year, $29 million contract
The Tampa Bay Rays have been quiet this offseason, with their only move being the signing of catcher Danny Jansen to a one-year deal. However, on Wednesday, the Rays added a key piece to their ...
Baseball America Touts Rays' Shortstop As Best in the Minor Leagues
The Tampa Bay Rays already knew they have a special player in Carson Williams, who Baseball America ranked as the No. 11 ...
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Brewers Avoid Arbitration With All-Star Catcher William Contreras
The Milwaukee Brewers have avoided an arbitration hearing with All-Star catcher William Contreras, settling on a $6 million salary for the 2025 season. The deal also includes a $12 million club ...