There is no trace of Sasaki's name I can't believe Kim Hye Sung is third in NL Rookie of the Year race

Jul 18, 2025

There is no trace of Sasaki's name I can't believe Kim Hye Sung is third in NL Rookie of the Year race
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He left a strong impression, even if he wasn't the most ahead. Kim Hye-sung of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who is now approaching the second half of the year, is also showing his presence in the rookie race.

The U.S. 'Yahoo Sports' reported on the 18th (Korea time) an article diagnosing the two major league MVP, Cy Young Award, and Rookie of the Year game ahead of the start of the second half of the All-Star break.

In the National League Rookie of the Year race, Dodgers Kim Hye-sung ranked third. Kim Hye-sung, a former KBO League Kiwoom Heroes player, is set for the 2025 season through the posting systemI signed a contract with Juss. Kim Hye-sung and the Dodgers signed on the condition of up to 22 million dollars for 3+2 years.




Kim Hye-sung started the season in Triple-A after failing to secure a spot in the exhibition game. It was out of the opening roster. However, in Triple-A, both the ball, the number and the state showed good performance and sought a chance, and the Dodgers called up Kim Hye-sung as Tommy Edman's injury left him empty on the fielder's roster.

There is no trace of Sasaki's name I can't believe Kim Hye Sung is third in NL Rookie of the Year race
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The Dodgers is a team that boasts the best members of the league. In the Major League, rookie Kim Hye-sung thought it would be difficult to seize the opportunity, but he continues to survive in the big leagues with his range of defense, natural contact ability, speed, and self-management. Before the All-Star break, Kim Hye-sung had a batting average of 3339 (38 hits in 112 at-bats) with two home runs, 13 RBIs and an OPS of 0.842 in 48 games.

It is difficult to get a fixed starting opportunity due to the tendency of manager Dave Roberts, whose main members are so firm, and the characteristics of the team with a solid lineup. It is also difficult to maintain the sense of the game by playing as a substitute or as a rare starter. In July, the opponent's battery also gave a tricky ball and fell to a monthly batting average of 226.




However, 'Yahoo Sports' said Kim Hye-sung also has a clear presence in the rookie race. Originally, the strong candidate for Rookie of the Year in the National League was Sasaki Rocky (Dodgers) before the season opened. Kim Hye-sung's teammate and considered the best fastball pitcher in the Japanese professional baseball (NPB), received tremendous attention and attention. However, he is having a rookie season that falls far short of expectations due to injuries and sluggishness.

There is no trace of Sasaki's name I can't believe Kim Hye Sung is third in NL Rookie of the Year race
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The first player in the NL Rookie of the Year race is Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin. Baldwin hit 279 with 11 home runs and an OPS of 0.830. Second place went to Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Michiorauski.

In the American League Rookie of the Year race, Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson was considered the most advanced, while the American League MVP race was named Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees, and Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers was ranked first in the National League MVP race. In the Cy Young Award race, American League Detroit Tigers Tarik Skubal and National League Philadelphia Phillies Jack Wheeler are the most ahead.








This article was translated by Naver AI translator.