Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is joining the Rays on a two-year, $29 million deal, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Wednesday. The deal includes an opt-out after this season. Kim is coming off shoulder surgery, but could return to action in May.

The Tampa Bay Rays secured their new starting shortstop on Wednesday. According to ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Rays and Ha-seong Kim are in agreement on a two-year, $29 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season.

Kim Ha-Seong celebrates a three run home run during the first inning with his team the San Diego Padres at American Family Field on April 16, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [AFP/YONHAP] Gold Glove-winning free agent infielder Kim Ha-seong is joining the Tampa Bay Rays on a multiyear contract.