Ha-Seong Kim, baseball player, 2021

Ha-Seong Kim

Born: 10/17/1995 in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea

MLB Debut: 2021-04-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 168 lbs

Biography

Ha-Seong Kim is a professional baseball player born in 1995, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 1, 2021. Currently an active player, Kim serves primarily as a position player and showcases a blend of speed and versatility on the field. With a career spanning over 540 games, he has recorded 418 hits, demonstrating consistent contact ability, and has contributed 47 home runs and 200 RBIs, underscoring his potential as a power hitter. Kim is known for his aggressive base running, evidenced by his 78 stolen bases, which highlights his speed and strategic approach to the game. With a batting average of .242, he continues to refine his offensive skills while maintaining a solid defensive presence. As a key player in the modern era of baseball, Kim represents a growing trend of international talent making their mark in the league, further enriching the competitive landscape of the game. His ongoing career reflects both his personal dedication and the increasing globalization of baseball, as he continues to play a pivotal role in his team's success.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
588 1896 248 458 84 8 52 217 84 222 411 0.242 0.324 0.377 0.701 -558.4

Career AVG .242 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .324 vs. league average .315 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .377 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — 6.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.701 vs. league average 0.720 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
12 43 8 8 3 0 0 3 6 14 0.186

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2022 NLCS SDN 5 17 1 3 0 0 0 2 2 3 0.176
2022 NLDS2 SDN 4 18 3 3 2 0 0 1 0 7 0.167
2022 NLWC1 SDN 3 8 4 2 1 0 0 0 4 4 0.250

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 132 123 201 329 4 72
3B 79 64 48 126 2 14
SS 350 327 365 806 25 174

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 132
Third Base 79
Shortstop 350
Designated Hitter 1

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2023 Gold Glove UT

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2023 Most Valuable Player NL 14th 5.0 420 0