Even the Yankees are on! Kim Ha-sung's Big Turn, New York's Lovers? → Market Value Will Be Higher

Nov 11, 2025

Even the Yankees are on! Kim Ha-sung's Big Turn, New York's Lovers? → Market Value Will Be Higher
The New York Yankees, the most prestigious team in the Major League, have entered the 'Kim Ha-sung recruitment contest'. The existing Atlanta Braves are also expected to see their ransom soar while they want Kim Ha-sung to stay.

The U.S. media 'Sporting News' reported on the 10th (Korea time) that the Yankees are expected to recruit $16 million (about 23.4 billion won) Gold Glove winner to fill the injury gap for key shortstop Anthony Wolfie. The main character is Kim Ha-sung.REUTERS Yonhap News



The New York Yankees, the most prestigious team in the Major League, have entered the 'Kim Ha-sung recruitment battle'. The existing Atlanta Braves are also expected to see their ransom soar while they want Kim Ha-sung to stay.

The U.S. media 'Sporting News' reported on the 10th (Korea time) that the Yankees are expected to recruit the Gold Glove winner of $16 million (about 23.4 billion won) to fill the injury gap for Anthony Volpi, the main shortstop. The main character is Kim Ha-sung.

Sporting News reported 'The Yankees had a rather disappointing season. It is regrettable that better performance was possible. One of the most frustrating positions in the 2025 season was shortstop. To make matters worse, Volpi will miss the early 2026 season.




Wolfie had surgery on her left shoulder in October. According to ESPN, Yankees manager Aaron Boone "Bolphy can't swing the bat for at least four months. It is difficult to defend for six months." Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said `Volpi could return around mid-April and at worst around May"I predicted.

It is inevitable to recruit the main shortstop. In terms of cost-effectiveness and utilization, Kim Ha-sung is a very attractive option. There are about seven FA shortstop sales in the stove league this winter. Miguel Rojas, Bobby??, Kim Ha-sung, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa are the main players. Rojas is 37 years old next year. B? is expected to have a mega contract of more than $20 million per year.

Even the Yankees are on! Kim Ha-sung's Big Turn, New York's Lovers? → Market Value Will Be Higher
Sep 26, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (9) throws the ball first base for the out against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
Even the Yankees are on! Kim Ha-sung's Big Turn, New York's Lovers? → Market Value Will Be Higher
Sep 26, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (9) rates after striking out agains the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
Even the Yankees are on! Kim Ha-sung's Big Turn, New York's Lovers? → Market Value Will Be Higher
DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 21: Ha-Seong Kim #9 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates with teammates after hitting home run against the Detroit Tigers during the fourth inning at Comerica Park on September 21, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Duane Burleson/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Duane Burleson / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
Sporting News reported 'The timing of Volpi's return is uncertain. The Yankees are seeking a short-term contract or insurance shortstop. Kim Ha-sung is a name that attracts attention. If the Yankees sign Kim Ha-sung, creative player management will be possible. Kim Ha-sung is a Gold Glove-winning defender and expects that right-handed batters can play platoon.

Atlanta, an existing team, also has no alternative to shortstop other than Kim Ha-sung. Kim Ha-sung gave up the $16 million option in 2026 and declared FA. Sporting News reports 'Atlanta could complicate the Yankees' plans. Kim Ha-sung's market value will be even higher,' he predicted.

Meanwhile, the statistics site FanGraph evaluated Kim Ha-sung's expected contract size at $26 million (about 37.6 billion won) for two years. The Athletic, a sports media outlet, was worth $50 million (about 73.2 billion won) for three years.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.