You criticized me like that, but what if Kim Ha-sung, who gets the answer in two days, leaves next year?

Sep 04, 2025

Kim Ha-sung, who hit his first home run since moving to Atlanta. AFP Yonhap News

Kim Ha-sung, who received harsh criticism from the U.S. media, completely changed the atmosphere with a home run.

Kim Ha-sung, who left the Tampa Bay Rays on the 2nd and moved to the Atlanta Braves' Waver Claim, hit his first home run since moving in an away game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois on the 4th (Korea time). This was the second game Kim Ha-sung played after moving to Atlanta.

Kim Ha-sung, who started as a No. 7-striker, struck out his first at-bat catcher foul fly and his second at-bat, and hit a 'big accident' in the top of the seventh inning with two outs and runners on the first and third bases. Kim Ha-sung, who entered the batter's box for the third time, hit Drew Formalands' first-pitch fastball at perfect timing and hit a three-run home run from behind with a perfect full swing. As it was expressed, it was a home run that was like tearing the ball apart. The speed of the ball reached 108.5 miles and 174.6 kilometers. At the same time, it is Kim Ha-sung's third home run of the season.

Kim Ha-sung, who recorded two hits in four at-bats in the game on the 3rd, his first game since transfer, emerged as a 'hero' by hitting a decisive come-from-behind three-run home run in the next game. Atlanta, led by Kim Ha-sung's home run, was able to win 5-1.

The U.S. media criticized Kim Ha-sung, who suffered from minor injuries this season just before moving to Tampa Bay. The Tampa Bay correspondent ended his brief and disappointing stint with Kim Ha-sung", he also expressed.

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However, in just two games, Kim Ha-sung changed the atmosphere. `The Athletic' is for those who wonder why Atlanta recently gambled $18 million on a shortstop who was struggling with an injury, Kim Ha-sung showed himself in the first two games" he expressed.

Sports Illustrated"Kim Ha-sung showed what Atlanta's other shortstop has yet to giveIt was the first home run among the team's shortstop this season. Nick Allen, Orlando Arcia, Luke Williams and Vidal Bruzzan started 138 games, but none had a home run", he pointed out.

"Atlanta may have found someone who can provide a strong defense, speed, and attack power as well," he said.

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This means that expectations for Kim Ha-sung have reached an extreme. Now, there are even voices worrying about Kim Ha-sung's acquisition of the FA. Atlanta took the contract signed by Kim Ha-sung and Tampa Bay as it signed a waiver claim. Kim Ha-sung has a +1 year contract left as a player option after this season. The player can decide and qualify for FA, or he will stay in Atlanta for next season.

'Sports Illustrated' is "I wonder if he'll ever be left. It is Kim Ha-sung's choice. If you do well in September and show your health, you may be able to do well in the FA market. That gives us a reason not to stay in Atlanta next season."

This article was translated by Naver AI translator.