"Korea's appearance in the quarterfinals was already impressive, given that their loss to Chinese Taipei had left them on the ropes. Kim, along with former Dodger Hyun-Jin Ryu, was part of the Korean team that ended up mercy-ruled by the Dominican Republic. The Dominicans have dominated the World Baseball Classic throughout, showing high levels of energy and excitement, mixed with big home runs."
"During the WBC pool play, Kim injured his left hand against Team Australia on March 8. He only ended up missing a game before returning to the lineup on Friday against the Dominican Republic. He made it clear that the injury was not a long-term problem and that he would be fine for the start of the MLB season."
"The lefty is in the middle of a battle for playing time at second base with Miguel Rojas and Santiago Espinal as Tommy Edman recovers from his ankle surgery. Kim is a lock to be a part of the Opening Day roster, especially after an impressive run during Spring Training up until he left for the WBC."
Hyeseong Kim is returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers after Team Korea's elimination from the World Baseball Classic by the Dominican Republic. Kim struggled during the tournament, recording only one hit in twelve at-bats. He sustained a left hand injury during pool play against Australia but confirmed it is not long-term. Kim will rejoin the team in Arizona on Saturday and participate in a split-squad game against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday. He remains in competition for second base playing time with Miguel Rojas and Santiago Espinal while Tommy Edman recovers from ankle surgery. Kim is expected to make the Opening Day roster following his strong spring training performance before the tournament.
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