The infielder lands a two-year contract in his first foray into domestic free agency, but won't debut until May.

Ha-Seong Kim may be recovering from shoulder surgery, but the former San Diego Padres infielder still scored a $29 million contract from the Tampa Bay Rays.

Kim Ha-Seong celebrates a three run home run during the first inning with his team the San Diego Padres at American Family Field on April 16, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [AFP/YONHAP] Gold Glove-winning free agent infielder Kim Ha-seong is joining the Tampa Bay Rays on a multiyear contract.

Ha-Seong Kim, who primarily has played shortstop as a pro, should be available in May as he is recovering from shoulder surgery.

"Infielder Ha-Seong Kim and the Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a two-year, $29 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources tell ESPN," Passan tweeted. "Kim is coming off shoulder surgery but is expected to return in May and slated to take over at shortstop."

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The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to terms with free-agent infielder Ha-Seong Kim on a two-year contract worth $29 million, ESPN reports. The contract includes an opt-out after the first year, which is notable since he's expected to miss the early part of the season after undergoing shoulder surgery in late 2024.

Kim’s best season by far in the majors was in 2023, however. He slashed .260/.351/.398 while hitting 17 homers, driving in 60 runs, and -- most importantly to fantasy managers -- stole 38 bases in 47 attempts in 152 games. He won a Gold Glove, and also finished 14th in MVP voting.

He also won his first Gold Glove in 2023, earning the award for the utility position. In hindsight, Ha-Seong Kim is SUCH a Ray. Kim ended up taking a bit of a “prove it” deal for a higher ...

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,

Infielder Ha-Seong Kim and the Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a two-year, $29 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources tell ESPN. Kim is coming off shoulder surgery but is expected to return in May and slated to take over at shortstop.

Ha-Seong Kim’s platform year ended with the ... fan favorite and Utility Gold Glove Award winner. Kim, 29, has settled into the majors as a slightly above-average hitter, but his aggressive ...