Braves weigh shortstop choices as Jorge Mateo thrives and Kim struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves face a difficult decision at shortstop as Jorge Mateo performs well while Ha-Seong Kim struggles. Mateo, signed for $1 million, has hit.316 in 37 games, helping the Braves maintain their NL East lead. Kim, who signed a one-year, $20 million deal, has faced setbacks due to injury and poor performance, with just a.089 average in 13 games since returning. Manager Walt Weiss has described the situation as 'day-to-day,' indicating flexibility based on performance.
- •Jorge Mateo is hitting.316 this season with significant speed.
- •Ha-Seong Kim has struggled since returning from injury, batting.089.
- •The Braves are currently leading the NL East.
- •Walt Weiss says the shortstop situation is evaluated daily.
- •Atlanta is weighing Kim's high salary against Mateo's solid play.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Shortstop Conundrum: Jorge Mateo’s Surge vs. Ha-Seong Kim’s Struggles
"The Atlanta Braves shortstop conundrum has transformed into a high-stakes debate between Jorge Mateo and the struggling veteran Ha-Seong Kim. While Kim looked great in limited action last year and commands a hefty salary, Mateo is riding a scorching hot bat and showcasing elite, game-changing speed. So where do the Braves go from here? Braves Shortstop Conundrum: Who is the Better Option Moving Forward? The Unexpected Dilemma When Atlanta’s front office signed Kim to a one-year, $20 million cont
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