Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim is ready for his closeup - Los Angeles Times
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With Tommy Edman opening the season on the injured list, Hyeseong Kim is a prime candidate to see an uptick in playing time at second base for the Dodgers in the coming season. On Tuesday, he further solidified his case.
During a live batting practice session, Kim crushed an opposite-field home run, dazzling the hundreds of Dodgers fans gathered to watch the team prepare for its first exhibition games. Kim's swing changes, which he felt about 70% comfortable with last year, are continuing to progress, and he's working hard to make further adjustments this year.
Meanwhile, Miguel Rojas talks about Game 7 of the World Series, which was unbelievable. Rojas hit a home run in the ninth inning with one out, stunning the 44,000 fans and 51 million viewers. It was one of the most shocking World Series home runs ever seen.
In other news, former Dodgers star Walker Buehler has signed with the San Diego Padres. UCLA men's basketball team suffered a loss to Michigan State, with Jeremy Fears Jr. leading the Spartans with 16 points and 10 assists.
This day in sports history features notable events, including Theresa Weld Blanchard's sixth U.S. figure skating championship, Sonja Henie's Olympic victory, and more. The newsletter concludes with a reminder to provide feedback and stay tuned for the next edition.
