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# ‘$200 million is possible’ Kim Ha-seong’s golden opportunity, sudden return as shortstop
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Shortstop is making a surprise comeback!

Kim Ha-sung will return to the San Diego Padres as a shortstop in the U.S. Major League Baseball. The "big news" has been reported since the first day of the spring camp.

San Diego began its first full training session at Peoria Spring Camp in Arizona on the 17th (Korea time). Pitchers and catchers began training on the 12th, and fielders joined the team on that day.

Kim Ha-sung, who met before the training began, said, "I think there will be a change in position." After leaving for work, he seemed to have a conversation with coach Mike Shildt. However, I was cautious because it was before the club and the coach made an official announcement. Kim Ha-sung said, "You will see it when you see the training."

Training began and coach Shildt was interviewed. Coach Shildt confirmed that starting shortstop Xander Bogaerts will move to second base and Kim Ha-sung will take over the shortstop.

Since joining San Diego, Kim has served as a multi-infield agent and shortstop in the 2022 season, making him recognized as a great defender. However, ahead of last season, San Diego invested $280 million to sign free agent Bogaerts. It was natural for the expensive Bogaerts to play shortstop. Kim has moved to second base.

However, the San Diego Padres made the decision in one year. They sent Kim Ha-sung, who had excellent defense capabilities, back to the shortstop position. It must not have been an easy decision for the club to change the position of stars with astronomical amounts of money. The focus seems to have been on Kim Ha-sung's defensive ability.

It could also be a big benefit to Kim Ha-sung. The season precedes free agency. If the Major League has the same offensive power, its value can increase significantly depending on whether it is shortstop or second baseman. Shortstop players who are difficult to defend have no choice but to be treated better. As Kim Ha-sung emerged as a national star by winning the Gold Glove award last season, chances are high that he will receive a contract worth well over 100 million dollars if he plays as a leadoff shortstop. If competition continues, there is a possibility that he could earn nearly 200 million dollars.

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