Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Hyeseong Kim was all over the score sheet on Thursday, helping dismantle the Athletics in a 19-2 win. Kim had a fantastic all-around day, going 3-for-3 with a double, two walks, four runs scored, two RBI, and a stolen base. The 26-year-old has continued hitting the ball well after starting the season hot in the minors, slashing .429/.467/.571 with a homer and three steals in 28 at-bats. Although it is unlikely that Kim will continue to hit at this level, he might be able to sustain a decent batting average and steal a good amount of bases, which certainly has its value. He is also hitting in a loaded Dodgers lineup, which should help his counting stats. Don't expect anything crazy, but grabbing Kim in deeper leagues isn't the worst idea if average and speed are big needs.

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim is out of the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Athletics. This appears to be a regular rest day for Kim against a left-handed starting. Since being called up, Kim has gone 7-for-22 at the plate with two RBI and two stolen bases in nine games. He doesn't have great fantasy value, but is worth rostering in deep leagues while Tommy Edman (ankle) is sidelined. On Tuesday, Miguel Rojas will cover second base and bat eighth versus left-hander Jeffrey Springs. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly ahead of first pitch.

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie infielder Hyeseong Kim is making his first career start in Monday's series opener against the hosting Miami Marlins, starting at second base and batting in the nine-hole against Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara. Kim was called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday and appeared as a defensive replacement in his first MLB appearance on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves. The 26-year-old South Korean native appeared as a pinch-runner in Sunday's loss to Atlanta and stole his first career base. He'll be looking for his first career hit on Monday in Miami. Manager Dave Roberts plans to have Kim mostly come off the bench until Tommy Edman (ankle) is back from the injured list, but he'll get the occasional start. Speed and defense are his primary calling cards, making him a poor DFS bet in his first career start.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are calling up infield prospect Hyeseong Kim on Saturday, sources tell The Athletic's Fabian Ardaya. The infielder is on his way to Atlanta after posting an .801 OPS in 127 plate appearances for Triple-A Oklahoma City to begin the season. The 26-year-old South Korean prospect hit .257 (29-for-113) with five home runs, eight doubles, a triple, 19 RBI, 13 stolen bases and 22 runs scored in his 27 games for OKC. Kim hits from the left side and will provide infield depth for the Dodgers for the remainder of their series against the Braves this weekend. He signed a three-year, $12.5 million deal in early January. Kim doesn't have a lot of power at the plate and probably won't play regularly in a loaded Dodgers lineup, but he does have speed to spare and has an excellent glove on the infield, making him worth stashing in NL-only formats for now.

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim has begun to find his footing with Triple-A Oklahoma City and could be nearing his MLB debut. Since going 0-for-4 in the season opening, Kim has posted a stellar .310/.385/.621 slash line with seven doubles and three home runs. He has swiped four bags, tallied 13 RBI, and scored 16 runs. Over his last six contests, Kim has begun to flash some power upside, launching three long balls with three doubles. Kim was initially expected to make the Opening Day roster after inking a three-year deal with the Dodgers during the winter. However, in the Cactus League, the 26-year-old posted a modest .207/.303/.310 slash line, which resulted in his demotion. Kim could be in the mix for an early MLB debut if he continues this impressive production.

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim went 3-for-6 with a double, three RBI, three runs scored, and two stolen bases for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday. It was the left-handed hitter's third multi-hit game in his last three games, now slashing .308/.386/.487 with six extra-base hits, nine RBI, 10 runs scored, and four stolen bases through nine games. It was a bit of a surprise to see the offseason acquisition optioned to Triple-A towards the end of spring training after inking a three-year contract, but the Dodgers felt he needed more development. While he came over as an infielder, the 26-year-old was playing center field on Tuesday, so it looks like the Dodgers are trying to make him more versatile, which should give him additional paths to playing time. Kim should make his MLB debut this season and was known for elite contact skills in Japan, so fantasy managers should keep an eye on his progression as he could provide an instant boost to batting average and steals whenever he gets the call to the majors. He is currently eligible at 2B and SS on Yahoo!, but could eventually gain OF eligibility if L.A. gives him some starts there in the big leagues.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have optioned infielder Hyeseong Kim to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Kim inked a three-year contract with the Dodgers in the offseason worth $12.5 million. However, he was unable to adjust to major-league pitching during camp and will open the season in the minor leagues to further his development. During his time in the Cactus League, Kim has gone 6-for-29 at the plate with only one of his going for extra bases. He held a 4:11 BB:K and swiped two bags. During camp, the 26-year-old revamped his swing to add more power potential but was unable to produce consistently. Overseas, Kim showcased elite contact skills but the Dodgers hope he can tap into more power upside. He held a stellar .326/.383/.458 during his final season in Japan. When he does get the call to the majors, he will likely see time as a utility option in the infield.

Los Angeles Dodgers Korean rookie infielder Hyeseong Kim's slick-fielding defensive skills have transitioned well in his first big-league spring training, but it's his bat that needs to catch up as he looks to win a spot on the Opening Day roster. In 12 Cactus League at-bats entering this Thursday, Kim had just one hit on an infield single that was rolled over to the right side. The Dodgers have revamped the 26-year-old's swing and are looking to emphasize his bat-to-ball skills. L.A. is hoping to get a little more power out of Kim's bat after he posted just a .403 career slugging percentage in the Korean Baseball Organization. The focus has been to keep Kim's barrel in the strike zone as long as possible to allow for consistent contact. It's a work in progress, with Kim saying he feels it's "20, 30% to where I want it to be." The Dodgers have already left the door open for Kim to start the year in the minors, and they have other options at second base, including Tommy Edman, Enrique Hernandez and Miguel Rojas.

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has left open the possibility that rookie infielder Hyeseong Kim starting the year in the minor leagues as he continues to make swing adjustments after coming over from Korea. General manager Brandon Gomes has also been non-committal about where Kim will begin the 2025 regular season, although there is still plenty of time left in spring training before any final decisions are made. If the 26-year-old starts the year at Triple-A Oklahoma City, Tommy Edman would likely be the favorite for most of the playing time at the keystone in L.A. Kim's glove is steady, but it sounds like the Dodgers might want to give him some more time to develop as a hitter in the minor leagues before exposing him to big-league pitching in 2025. Fantasy managers should think of him as very similar to Ha-Seong Kim, but without as much power.

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim is expected to see work in center field during spring training. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic noted that Kim would also continue to see opportunities at second base and shortstop. The team views Kim's speed as a potential positive in center field. He would also provide them with a left-handed bat in center field for lineup construction purposes. The 26-year-old saw work in the overseas outfield but only in the corners. Earlier in the offseason, Kim signed a three-year $12.5 million contract with the Dodgers. Last season in the KBO, Kim held a .326/.383/.458 line with 11 home runs and 30 swiped bags. Fantasy managers should expect Kim to see most of his work at the keystone but could receive occasional starts in center field. When Kim is not in center field, Tommy Edman or Andy Pages will likely get the starting nod.

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Hyeseong Kim is leaving an impression on his teammates early on in camp, showing off the defense that allowed him to win four Golden Glove Awards while playing in the KBO. With the offseason departure of Gavin Lux, it is presumed that Kim will man the keystone for the Dodgers, however, he's also taking reps at third base and center field this spring, adding to his versatility. While he hit over .300 each of the last four seasons for the Kiwoom Heroes, ATC projections foresee just a .265 average with only modest HR, RBI, and R totals, however, he could be a sneaky source of steals if he can stay in the lineup, as ATC calls for 17 thefts in 2025 in just 109 games. He owns both 2B and SS eligibility on Yahoo, adding to his fantasy appeal.