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Ha-Seong Kim may be recovering from shoulder surgery, but the former San Diego Padres infielder still scored a $29 million contract from the Tampa Bay Rays.

With a deal on Wednesday, the Rays have their shortstop for the upcoming season...and maybe for the foreseeable future.

The Tampa Bay Rays and free agent Ha-Seong Kim have agreed to a two-year contract valued at $29 million, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

Tampa Bay Rays have signed former San Diego Padres shortstop Ha-Seong Kim to a two-year, $29 million deal. Kim, known for his defensive prowess, misse

The Tampa Bay Rays emerged as the surprising winners in the Ha-Seong Kim sweepstakes. The former San Diego Padres utility man was projected to land elsewhere.

Joining the Tampa Bay Rays for $29 million, former San Diego Padres star Ha-Seong Kim has signed a contract for the next two seasons. The versatile So

Kim, who is still recovering from shoulder surgery, is reportedly expected to return to the field in May as the Rays' new shortstop.

Kim Ha-Seong celebrates a three run home run during the first inning with his team the San Diego Padres at American Family Field on April 16, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [AFP/YONHAP] Gold Glove-winning free agent infielder Kim Ha-seong is joining the Tampa Bay Rays on a multiyear contract.

It’s no secret that the New York Yankees are still on the hunt for another infielder to add to their roster. Following the departure of Gleyber Torres, the Yank

Yates, whose 1.17 ERA was second only to Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase (0.61) among relievers with at least 50 innings of work last season. The Dodgers designate Ryan Brasier for assignment.