Braves struggle at shortstop as Ha-Seong Kim's season falters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face a challenging situation at shortstop as Ha-Seong Kim's performance declines. Kim has totaled only four RBIs this season, with his batting average languishing at.066. Injuries have plagued his year, starting with a slip on ice in January that derailed his performance. Other players, such as Mauricio Dubón and Jim Jarvis, have stepped in but have failed to provide consistent offensive production. The Braves currently rank near the bottom of Major League Baseball for shortstop performance this season.
- •Ha-Seong Kim has struggled with just four RBIs this season.
- •His batting average currently sits at.066.
- •Injuries have significantly affected his performance since January.
- •Mauricio Dubón and Jim Jarvis have filled in at shortstop.
- •The Braves rank among the bottom five teams for shortstop performance.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — The shortstop situation remains bleak for the Atlanta Braves
"What a rotten year it’s been for Ha-Seong Kim as far as baseball goes
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