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.

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.

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.

The Tampa Bay Rays and free agent Ha-Seong Kim have agreed to a two-year contract valued at $29 million, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

While you were watching something else, Ha-Seong Kim signed with the Rays and several relievers are packing their bags and heading to new cities

Kim Ha-seong, a South Korean baseball star, has found a new home, signing a two-year, $29 million contract with the Tampa Bay Rays in Major League Baseball (MLB) free agency. According to ESPN and MLB.