Boston, which is in desperate need of reinforcing infield resources, is showing great interest
Kim Ha-sung 28, San Diego, the first Asian infielder to win the Gold Glove, was once again embroiled in trade rumors.
The U.S. media outlet "The Athletic" recently reported that the Boston Red Sox are interested in recruiting Kim Ha-sung and could consider trading.
Another media outlet, "Yard Barker," also said that San Diego could consider trading Kim Ha-sung if it is offered a reasonable price or player.
This season, Kim Ha-sung had his best year since entering the Major League.
Kim Ha-sung, who played in 152 games, received a big report card of 0.260 17 home runs, 60 RBIs and 38 steals. The place where his value shone is defense rather than offense.
He appeared in 106 games 98 starts as a second baseman and played 856.2 innings, played 32 games 29 starts in 253.1 innings as a third baseman, and 20 games 16 starts in 153.1 innings as a shortstop.
Based on such performances, he was selected as a Gold Glove candidate in the National League's second base and utility category and was selected as a utility winner, raising his value. In particular, this is the first time that an Asian infielder has won a gold glove.
Kim Ha-sung, who has increased his value, naturally attracted the attention of many teams and is linked to Boston, which desperately needs to strengthen its infield. 안전놀이터
San Diego is also in need of traffic arrangement. San Diego, which has been actively recruiting players in recent years, has been saturated with key players not only in the infield but also in all positions. In particular, there are voices in the U.S. that Kim Ha-sung should be considered to retain Juan Soto, who was recruited last year.
Kim Ha-sung's annual salary next season is $8 million, which is not very high in the roster full of top players. In particular, since they will be eligible for FA at the end of the 2025 season, they can maximize their value if they are used as a trade card before the end of the contract. Attention is focusing on whether Kim Ha-sung, who is rumored to be transferred as soon as he hits his career high, will heat up the stove league.