Is this enough to be in the defending champs? Roberts, who sent him down coldly, is now moved by Kim Hye-sung, the card of confidence Selection of ARI Conductors
May 08, 2025
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When Tommy Edman returns, he is no longer a "one-time" big leaguer who goes back to the minor leagues. As it has emerged as a key power of the Dodgers, it is said that it has laid the groundwork for completing this season to the end.
Kim Hye-sung continued his hit streak for three consecutive games. In the last of three consecutive away games against the Miami Marlins at Rondipo Park in Miami, Florida on the 8th (Korea time), he contributed to a 10-1 victory by scoring two hits, one RBI and one run from four times at bat.
Kim Hye-sung entered the big league on the 4th and made his debut against the Atlanta Braves as a second baseman, and on the 5th against Atlanta, he entered as a pinch runner in the 9th inning and showed his mobility.
He started the game against Miami on the 6th and scored two hits, one RBI, one run, and one stolen base from four times at bat, drawing attention in his batting debut. The next day, he started as ninth second baseman and watched shortstop, continuing his batting sense with one hit from four times at bat.And on this day, he played in center field No. 8 and played in the outfield defense for the first time.
Kim Hye-sung, who stepped down as a leadoff hitter in the top of the third inning at 0-0, hit a line drive ball even though he was in front of the fielder after two outs in the fifth inning. In ball count 2B2S, Miami right-hander Valente Beyojo rolled up a low 92.6-mile fastball in the middle of the sixth pitch to hit a hard hit with a 96.6-mile batting speed, but the center fielder stepped back and caught it.
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With the bases loaded with two outs, the Dodgers widened the gap to 7-0 by combining Mookie Betts' pushing walk, Freddie Freeman's three-run triple and Andy Pazs' left-handed hit.
Kim Hye-sung also had a hit in the eighth inning with one out and a runner on the first base. With a ball count of 1B2S, right-hander Ronnie Enriquez pulled a sweeper in the middle of 86 miles on the fifth pitch and connected it with a hit that fell in front of right field. However, the Dodgers failed to score an additional point due to a failed follow-up hit with one out and runners on the first and second bases.
In defense, there was a disappointing play. Kim Hye-sung, who moved from center fielder to second baseman in the bottom of the seventh inning, ran forward and caught Miami leadoff hitter Ronnie Simon's grounder to first base in the bottom of the ninth inning, providing an excuse for the loss. The record was given by infield hits, and Simon's second base was given by Kim Hye-sung's error.
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Roberts said on the 6th that Kim Hye-sung's debut in the starting lineup was "great." He went out as a runner and showed a bold base run without fear. He came to the big league, showed good defense, hit two hits, and was good in defense. So it was exciting. be energizing the team" he complimented. This means that he is satisfied with the confident Kim Hye-sung's performance as a offense and defense player.
In the meantime, Edman's return to the IL after suffering a right ankle injury is expected to be delayed. Roberts said, `It is unlikely that he will be ready to return this weekend. The recovery is slow." In other words, it is difficult to return during the away period, which lasts until the 12th. Edman is currently in batting training, but sprinting is difficult.
The Dodgers will play four consecutive away games against the Arizona Diamondbacks from the 9th. Kim Hye-sung is expected to start alternately as second baseman and center fielder. "Kim Hye-sung's performance is very impressive," Roberts said after the three-game series against Miami. I'm impressed. Kim He-sung will also be seen in Arizona."
Roberts coolly sent Kim Hye-sung down to the minor leagues in the spring training. He said he needs to adapt more to his new batting form and fastballs. However, now it seems that not only defense but also batting is giving a passing point.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
