History of Hyeseong Kim in Timeline

Hyeseong Kim is a South Korean professional baseball player, currently a second baseman, shortstop, and center fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Known as "The Comet" for his remarkable speed, Kim debuted in MLB on May 3, 2025. Prior to joining the Dodgers, he played in the KBO League for the Kiwoom Heroes, establishing himself as a talented and dynamic player before transitioning to Major League Baseball.

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January 27, 1999: Hyeseong Kim's Birth

On January 27, 1999, Hyeseong Kim was born in South Korea. He is now a professional baseball second baseman, shortstop, and center fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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2016: Lee Young-min Batting Award

In 2016, Kim received the Lee Young-min Batting Award, which is given to the top-hitting high school player in South Korea.

2017: Joins Nexen Heroes

In 2017, Kim signed with the Nexen Heroes of the KBO League.

2019: Kiwoom Heroes

In 2019, the Nexen Heroes became the Kiwoom Heroes.

2020: 2020 Summer Olympics

In 2020, Kim played for the South Korea national baseball team at the Summer Olympics.

2022: 2022 Asian Games Gold Medal

In 2022, Kim participated in six baseball games during the Asian Games and won a gold medal for South Korea with a batting average of .292.

2023: 2023 World Baseball Classic

In 2023, Kim played for the South Korea national baseball team at the World Baseball Classic.

December 4, 2024: Posted to MLB

On December 4, 2024, the Kiwoom Heroes posted Kim to Major League Baseball (MLB) as a free agent.

2024: Final Season with Kiwoom Heroes

Kim played his final season in the KBO League in 2024.

January 3, 2025: Signs with Los Angeles Dodgers

On January 3, 2025, Kim signed a three-year, $12.5 million guaranteed contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball. The contract also includes two additional option years that could increase the value to $22 million.