Seattle has been mentioned as a candidate for the next destination for Kim Hye-sung (Kium), who is seeking to advance to the U.S. Major League Baseball (MLB).스포츠토토

MLB.COM, the official website of MLB, said on the 7th (Korea time), "Seattle is connected to KBO League stars," adding, "Seattle is looking for the second baseman in the offseason first. The club may find the answer to that position abroad." Kim Hye-sung, who debuted in the KBO League in 2017 in Nexen's uniform, will challenge MLB this winter through the posting system (closed competitive bidding).

During the eight seasons, Kim played in 953 games, posting a batting average of 0.304 with 37 homers and 386 RBIs and an OPS of 0.767. During this season, Kim played in 127 games and posted a batting average of 0.326 with 11 homers and 75 RBIs and an OPS of 0.841. "The 25-year-old Kim had a batting average of 0.304 during her eight seasons in the KBO," MLB.COM said. "She also posted a batting average of 0.331 and 55 stolen bases during the past two seasons. She also showed good defense."

As Kim Hye-sung declared his big league challenge early, MLB scouts visited the KBO League stadium and observed Kim Hye-sung throughout this season. MLB.COM explained, "Seattle is one of the clubs that closely evaluated Kim Hye-sung who plays for Kiwoom." "The club (Kium) has not posted him yet, so we cannot negotiate with the MLB team, but posting is expected this offseason," he said. "MLB.COM reporter John Morosi said that Boston, San Francisco and the Los Angeles Angels, who need second baseman, may also want Kim Hye-sung."

Seattle, which belongs to the American League West, posted 85 wins and 77 losses this year, ranking second in its group after Houston (88 wins and 73 losses). The team failed to advance to the post season due to its lack of wild card competition. Choo Shin-soo, Lee Dae-ho, and Japanese baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki were active players.