The top-level map is crazy! Kim Ha-sung, 323.5 billion won better than third baseman! → Detroit's Kim Ha-sung participation in the recruitment campaign

The top-level map is crazy! Kim Ha-sung, 323.5 billion won better than third baseman! → Detroit's Kim Ha-sung participation in the recruitment campaign
The Detroit Tigers showed interest in FA shortstop Kim Ha-sung. The Detroit-area newspaper recommended that Kim Ha-sung is better than Alex Bregman.

Detroit Free Press', considered the best daily newspaper in the Detroit region, expressed interest in recruiting Kim Ha-sung on the 10th (Korea time). It could be a better choice than Bregman,' it reported.

Bregman is a superstar who has led the Houston Astros to the top of the World Series twice.


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The Detroit Tigers showed interest in FA shortstop Kim Ha-sung. The Detroit-area newspaper recommended that Kim Ha-sung is better than Alex Bregman.

The Detroit Free Press, considered the best daily newspaper in Detroit, expressed interest in recruiting Kim Ha-sung on the 10th (Korea time). It could be a better choice than Bregman,' it reported.

Bregman is a superstar who has led the Houston Astros to the top of the World Series twice.




However, considering the team composition and mid- to long-term operation plans, analysts say that Kim Ha-sung is a more suitable alternative.

According to the media, Detroit also considered recruiting Kim Ha-sung ahead of last season. Detroit Free Press predicted that Kim Ha-sung's contract will reach at least two years and 30 million dollars, or more than three years and 45 million dollars.

The Detroit infield is outlined. First base Spencer Tokelson, second base Gleyber Torres, shortstop Javier Baez and third base colt kisses are the scheduled base lineup.




Shortstop is the most vulnerable position. Detroit is considering a scenario to ease the shortstop's burden to maximize Baez's offense.

This situation naturally increases the need for Kim Ha-sung to be recruited.

Detroit Free Press reported 'Kim Ha-sung had 47 home runs (on-base plus slugging) of 0.706 in 540 games from 2021 to 2024 when he was with the San Diego Padres. The fWAR has built up 10.9. During the same period, he ranked 63rd out of 303 fielders and 15th out of 124 shortstop.




The top-level map is crazy! Kim Ha-sung, 323.5 billion won better than third baseman! → Detroit's Kim Ha-sung participation in the recruitment campaign
Sep 22, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (9) celebrates with teammates after scoring a run against the Washington Nationals in the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
The top-level map is crazy! Kim Ha-sung, 323.5 billion won better than third baseman! → Detroit's Kim Ha-sung participation in the recruitment campaign
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 22: Ha-Seong Kim #9 of the Atlanta Braves reacts with Ozzie Albies #1 after scoring on a RBI double by Michael Harris II #23 in the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Truist Park on September 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Kevin C. Cox / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
The top-level map is crazy! Kim Ha-sung, 323.5 billion won better than third baseman! → Detroit's Kim Ha-sung participation in the recruitment campaign
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 01: Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox runs to first base during the third inning against the New York Yankees in game two of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on October 01, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. Ishika Samant/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Ishika Samant / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
Then 'Kim Ha-sung not only has a higher defense than average, but also has a high contact rate and a good walk. It has the advantage of not being struck out well.'

The timing of fostering Detroit prospects and recruiting Kim Ha-sung is also exquisite. Kim Ha-sung can buy growth time for top shortstop prospects Kevin McGonigle and Bryce Rayner.

Detroit Free Press reported 'McGonigle won't be seen in the first team until the second half of the season. If Detroit wants to use McGonigle as a shortstop, Kim Ha-sung can go to second base. Rainer could make his debut by 2029'.

Bregman is likely to want a long-term contract for more than five years.

The Detroit Free Press evaluated that although Bregman is a better player, Detroit will sign Bregman as a third baseman for six years, so using Kim Ha-sung as a shortstop for two to three years is a better option in the short term and in the long term.





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