Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim: Optioned to Triple-A The Los Angeles Dodgers have assigned Hyeseong Kim to Triple-A Oklahoma City, placing him on the minor-league roster for the 2026 season. Kim, a 30-year-old infielder, was optioned on Sunday after participating in nine Cactus League games, where he posted a .407 batting average with one extra-base hit and five stolen bases. Despite his strong performance in spring training, he will not be part of the major-league team's opening-day roster. Kim's absence from the active roster comes amid competition for a bench role, as he was passed over by Santiago Espinal and Alex Freeland. The Dodgers' decision was influenced by the expected status of Tommy Edman, who is anticipated to begin the season on the injured list due to a shoulder injury. Edman's potential absence created a need for depth at the infield, but Kim's inability to secure a spot on the 25-man roster highlights the challenges of making the team despite his spring success. The move to Triple-A signals a setback for Kim, who had shown promise in previous seasons. His .407 average in the Cactus League demonstrated his offensive capabilities, but the Dodgers' roster decisions suggest they prioritized other players for the 2026 campaign. Kim will now have the opportunity to continue developing in the minors, with the hope of earning a call-up later in the season.#los_angeles_dodgers #hyeseong_kim #triple_a_oklahoma_city #santiago_espinal #alex_freeland
