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Atlanta Braves face decision on Ha-Seong Kim before MLB trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 1:40 AM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Atlanta Braves face decision on Ha-Seong Kim before MLB trade deadline

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The Atlanta Braves have a key roster decision regarding Ha-Seong Kim ahead of the MLB trade deadline in two days. Kim has been recovering from middle finger inflammation and is currently on a rehab assignment with AAA Gwinnett, which expires after Saturday's game. With just five hits and a.068 average this season, the team is weighing whether to activate him, attempt a trade, or designate him for assignment. As of Saturday afternoon, no final determination has been made regarding his status.

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•Ha-Seong Kim is on a rehab assignment due to injury.
•Kim's contract and poor statistics complicate potential trades.
•The Braves have until after Saturday's game to make a decision.
•Alternatives for shortstop include Jim Jarvis and other potential infielders.

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1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Face Major Ha-Seong Kim Decision Before MLB Trade Deadline

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The MLB trade deadline is just two days away, and the Atlanta Braves will have plenty of decisions to make. One of those decisions involves Ha-Seong Kim. Kim has been sidelined for nearly a month due to middle finger inflammation, and he’s currently on a rehab assignment with AAA Gwinnett. Amid several rumors surrounding the […] The post Atlanta Braves Face Major Ha-Seong Kim Decision Before MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
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