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2mo ago

Rays Activate Ha-Seong Kim From Injured List Ahead of Friday Debut

He steps in as the primary shortstop after a six-month rehab to strengthen Tampa Bay's pursuit of the AL East title.

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 and optioned infielder Curtis Mead to Triple-A Durham to open an active roster spot.
  • Reliever Forrest Whitley cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Durham to create a vacancy on the 40-man roster for Kim.
  • Kim signed a two-year, $29 million deal in February and will earn $13 million this season with a $16 million player option for 2026.
  • He is scheduled to start at shortstop in Friday’s opener against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.
  • His return bolsters Tampa Bay’s infield defense and lineup energy during its 10-game road trip as the team pursues the AL East lead.