Speaking to the Korean media this week, the former Gold Glover said he expects to be back in late April or early May.

Ha-Seong Kim played his first four seasons in the majors with the San Diego Padres and won a Gold Glove in 2023.

In the franchise’s 27-year history, the Rays have signed just one player — Wander Franco — to a contract with a total value of $125 million or more. The Dodgers have signed seven of those deals just in the last four years. In essence, the Dodgers have attempted to corner the market on hope.

José Caballero is set to become the first player in Tampa Bay Rays history to wear No. 77 after agreeing to give No. 7 to new free agent addition Ha-Seong Kim.

As the offseason continues, the Tampa Bay Rays and former Padres free agent infielder Ha-Seong Kim agree on a two-year, $29M contract.

Tales | There are many reasons, and several potential outcomes, that could make it work well. Or, not so much.

When pursuing South Korean free agent shortstop Kim Ha-seong, the Tampa Bay Rays brass didn't just consider the player. They also looked at how Kim, who came to be known as an intense, all-out player during his four years with the San Diego Padres,

With a potential logjam in their infield, the Rays now have a bit of extra flexibility since they can send Jonathan Aranda back down to the minors if need be.

A person familiar with negotiations says the Tampa Bay Rays and free agent Ha-Seong Kim have agreed to a two-year contract valued at $29 million.

The Korean infielder signed a two-year, $29 million deal with the Rays on Wednesday, The Post’s Jon Heyman confirmed. Kim could earn $2 million in plate appearance bonuses, which start at 325 trips to the box. The contract includes an opt out after the 2025 season, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan,