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2026 Fantasy Baseball Player Profile

Hyeseong Kim’s transition to Major League Baseball in 2025 was a "tale of two seasons," split between Triple-A and the big leagues. After signing a 3-year deal with the Dodgers in January, Kim started the year in Triple-A Oklahoma City to adjust to the velocity, where he hit .340 in 37 games. He was called up mid-season and held his own, slashing .280/.314/.385 with 3 home runs and 13 stolen bases in 71 games. As a utility infielder playing primarily second base, shortstop, and center field, he provided contact (10.6% K-rate) and speed, though his power was predictably minimal (3 HR). His 95 wRC+ indicates he was slightly below league average offensively, but his defensive versatility and base-running value (13 steals on 17 attempts) made him a useful role player for the Dodgers.

Entering 2026, Kim projects as a high-floor, low-ceiling speed source in fantasy. While he isn't guaranteed an everyday starting job, his ability to play three premium positions ensures he will see plenty of at-bats as a super-utilityman or injury replacement. Projections are cautious, forecasting a regression to a .250 average with limited power, but his speed remains his carrying tool. Fantasy managers in deep leagues or NL-only formats should target him for cheap steals, but his lack of power and playing time volatility limit his appeal in standard mixed leagues.