Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim Showered With Praise by All-Star Teammates

Kim has adjusted quickly to the majors, recording three hits and two stolen bases over the last few days. The 26-year-old snagged 13 bags in the minor leagues, slashing .252/.328/.470 across 28 games.

The Dodgers recalled Kim from Triple-A Oklahoma City following Tommy Edman's placement on the 10-day injured list April 30. They signed the eight-year KBO veteran to a three-year, $12.5 million contract in the offseason.

“He can move around,” Freeman said. “He’s fast. He’s getting some hits. Made some adjustments from spring training. It’s nice to see that pay off for a guy getting his first hits in the big leagues. He could be a nice little weapon down there.”

When Kim initially came up, Roberts said he would head back to Oklahoma City following Edman's return.

“That’s the plan, yes,” Roberts said. “But again, he earned the opportunity, albeit potentially a short stint. You never know with baseball.”

However, with Teoscar Hernández's injury, Roberts noted Kim could now have more of a runway to remain with the team longer.