The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly signed infielder Hye-seong Kim from the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) as they continue to enhance their roster ahead of the upcoming season. According to Fabian Ardaya of Moneyline, the agreement with Kim comes just before the closure of his posting window, which ends on Friday.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post further detailed that Kim's contract is structured for three years with an option for the 2028-29 season, guaranteeing him a total of $12.5 million. Interestingly, the contract could potentially escalate in value to $22 million depending on performance incentives. Kim, who is 25 years old, has been a significant player in the KBO since making his debut in 2017, spending the last six seasons with the Kiwoom Heroes. During the prior season, Kim demonstrated his offensive prowess by achieving a batting average of .326, along with 11 home runs and 30 stolen bases over 127 games.

Primarily known for his abilities as a second basemen, Kim's versatility allows him to also play at shortstop and third base, providing the Dodgers with additional options for their infield. Presently, the Dodgers are fielding Gavin Lux at second base, Mookie Betts at shortstop, and Max Muncy at third base. However, a strong performance during the upcoming spring training could see Kim secure a position in the starting lineup. This acquisition is part of the Dodgers' continued efforts to build a competitive roster as they prepare for their title defense.