Hyeseong Kim Called Up by Dodgers, Could Make MLB Debut vs. Braves

Amid a rash of injuries to their pitching staff, the Los Angeles Dodgers will counter by adding to their lineup with Hyeseong Kim joining the roster.

Casey Porter of Dodgers Daily first reported the news of Kim's call-up.

Tommy Edman has been out of the lineup since injuring his ankle during Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. He told reporters before Friday's game that his ankle was feeling "much better" and that he could be back in the lineup as soon as Saturday, depending on how his on-field went.

The Dodgers opted to be cautious with Edman, who missed time last season with a sprained ankle suffered during a rehab assignment. His IL stint is retroactive to April 30, meaning he will be eligible to return on May 10.

Kim signed a three-year deal worth $12.5 million guaranteed with the Dodgers in January. The 26-year-old spent the first eight years of his professional career in the KBO playing for the Kiwoom Heroes.

One of Kim's biggest selling points coming to MLB from South Korea was his versatility. He is a high-contact hitter with speed and the ability to play multiple positions. His power has played up more through 28 games in the minors.

Kim is hitting .252/.328/.470 with five homers and 13 stolen bases in 115 at-bats with Oklahoma City. He hit five or more homers in just four of his eight KBO seasons.

The Dodgers gave Kim reps at second base, third base and center field in spring training. Their plan for him will likely come into focus when the lineup card is released for Saturday's game in Atlanta, which starts at 4:15 p.m. ET.