Overview
- San Diego finalized a four-year, $15 million contract with Song last week following his posting from the KBO.
- Stammen publicly floated outfield usage to keep Song in the lineup despite a report that he logged no KBO outfield appearances.
- Song brings experience at first, second, and third base, with recent seasons spent mostly at third.
- Third base is held by Manny Machado, while first and second remain unsettled with Luis Arráez in free agency, positioning Song for utility and keystone opportunities.
- Recent KBO production surged (.340 in 2024 and a 25–25 season in 2025), though evaluators praise his infield defense and question how his bat will translate to MLB.