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Rays Activate Ha-Seong Kim for Debut After Shoulder Rehab

Following roster moves that freed spots on the active roster, he will make his first appearance Friday at Target Field

This Feb. 17, 2025, Getty Images file photo shows Kim Ha-seong of the Tampa Bay Rays during the team's photo day at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte, Florida. (Yonhap)
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Apr 25, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Ha Seong Kim (7) waves to the crowd after being recognized during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Chadd Cady-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Rays reinstated Kim from the 60-day injured list on Thursday to bolster their middle infield.
  • To clear space, Tampa Bay optioned infielder Curtis Mead to Triple-A Durham and outrighted reliever Forrest Whitley.
  • Kim completed a Triple-A rehab assignment that began May 26, pausing June 12 for a hamstring issue before resuming on June 20.
  • He signed a two-year, $29 million contract in February and carries a $16 million player option for 2026.
  • The Gold Glove-winning shortstop is slated to step in as the Rays’ primary shortstop against the Twins on Friday.