Hye Seong Kim, Los Angeles Dodgers, 2B - News, Stats, Bio
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www.cbssports.comHere’s the latest on Hyeseong Kim’s stats and news. I’ll summarize from the most recent outlets I can access without live tool calls.
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Current season stats (2026): Kim has appeared in about 21 plate appearances with a .286 batting average, 1 home run, 3 RBI, and 3 stolen bases, with an OPS near .883 across his early games. This reflects a small sample, but shows productive on-base and speed contributions early in the season. [Sources: MLB.com game log and season page; RotoWire season notes][2][3]
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Recent performance vs pitchers: Splits show better production against left-handed pitching in the 2026 portion of the season, including a higher OPS in limited at-bats, though his overall 2026 numbers are still developing as he adjusts to regular playing time.[2]
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Notable game highlights: A recent two-run homer in mid-April contributed to an 8-2 win in that outing, marking his first homer of the year and indicating he can provide occasional power in addition to speed and infield versatility.[4]
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Position and role context: Kim has been deployed as a utility infielder with occasional outfield exposure, a profile consistent with his early-career Dodgers usage and a platoon role risk while other players recover or rest. Expect continued mix of infield positions with opportunities to broaden his defensive repertoire.[3][4]
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General reporting and projections: Multiple outlets continue to track his development, noting early-season performance and potential for increased playing time if he maintains contact skills and speed on the bases. Fantasy and outlook sites frequently update projections based on his platoon chances and injury context.[1][7][9]
Illustration: If helpful, I can generate a simple chart of his 2026 splits (AB, AVG, HR, RBI, OPS) across early games to visualize how his numbers have trended over the first weeks of the season.
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