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Braves find their stopgap at shortstop after Ha-Seong Kim's injury

One day after the Atlanta Braves received news that their shortstop for 2026, Ha-Seong Kim, suffered a hand injury, they found their stopgap at shortstop until his return.

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Braves sign SS Jorge Mateo after Ha-Seong Kim injury

The Atlanta Braves signed Jorge Mateo to a one-year deal Monday, one day after announcing that fellow shortstop Ha-Seong Kim will miss a good portion of the upcoming season with a finger injury.

Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / January 19

Braves sign shortstop in wake of Ha-Seong Kim injury

The Braves responded to the Ha-Seong Kim injury news on Monday by inking Jorge Mateo to a one-year contract for the 2026 season. Jorge Mateo is 30 years old and has six years of MLB experience under his belt, most of which came with the Baltimore Orioles.

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Could the Braves look to make another trade to address shortstop?

The Braves received devastating news on the injury front over the weekend, as shortstop Ha-Seong Kim tore a ligament in his finger after reportedly slipping on ice while in Korea.

Jorge Mateo News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 19

Braves Sign Jorge Mateo

The Braves announced today that they have signed utility player Jorge Mateo to a one-year deal. The Movement Baseball client gets a $1MM guarantee, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 19

How Safe is Braves' Andruw Jones' Hall of Fame Candidacy?

At this time, Andruw Jones appears to be in the driver’s seat to get into the Hall of Fame based on the known votes. However, there is still a long way to go.

Ha-seong Kim News / Total Pro Sports / January 19

What Happened to Ha-Seong Kim? Atlanta Braves Suffer Huge Blow

Ha-Seong Kim established himself as one of the best defensive middle infielders over his four-year stint with the San Diego Padres. He signed a two-year, $29 million contract with the Tampa Bay Rays last year but barely played due to injury.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 19

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Kim, Puk, Song

Last month, the Braves signed Ha-Seong Kim to a one-year deal, bringing him back after he was acquired for the final month of 2025. However, the Braves won’t have him for Opening Day 2026.

Ha-seong Kim News / Last Word On Sports / January 18

Braves Face Early Setback: Ha-Seong Kim Out 4-5 Months

The Atlanta Braves’ offseason optimism took a sharp hit when the team announced that newly signed shortstop Ha-Seong Kim underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger.

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Braves' Ha-Seong Kim suffers significant offseason injury, out 4-5 months

If you thought the Atlanta Braves might catch a break from the injury bug during the offseason, think again. The club announced on Sunday that Ha-Seong Kim tore a tendon in his right middle finger while in Korea.

Ha-seong Kim News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18

Braves infielder to miss start of MLB season after falling on ice

Atlanta Braves infielder Ha-Seong Kim is likely to miss the start of the MLB regular season due to a fluke accident. The Braves announced Sunday that Kim underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger, and is likely to miss 4-5 months as a result.

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Braves back to square one at shortstop after latest injury news

The Atlanta Braves thought they had an answer at shortstop for 2026 when they re-signed Ha-Seong Kim to a one-year, $20 million contract. Instead, the Braves find themselves back at square one.

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Ha-seong Kim News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18

Ha-Seong Kim Out Four To Five Months Following Hand Surgery

The Braves announced this afternoon that infielder Ha-Seong Kim suffered a hand injury while in South Korea and underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 18

Pay Acuña Now or Later? Biggest Question Facing the Braves

This isn’t an original thought. This is a discussion that’s been in the background for a bit. However, with some recent, absurd contracts, it’s time to ask: How much are the Atlanta Braves going to have to pay Ronald Acuña Jr.? For the next three years, at most, that answer is $17 million.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 17

Braves Further Confirmed to be in Hunt for All-Star Starting Pitcher

Further confirmation has come about that the Atlanta Braves are still pushing for starting pitcher Freddy Peralta. MLB insider Jon Heyman listed them along with the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers and Giants among the named "many interested teams." Atlanta Braves on SI can confirm this interest.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 17

Radio host believes Braves may need to trade Ronald Acuna Jr. after 2026 season

The Major League Baseball world was given a jolt when it was announced Kyle Tucker was signing a huge contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Following that signing, a radio show in Atlanta speculated that Ronald Acuna Jr.’s days are numbered with the Braves.