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'Awesome Kim' Kim Ha-seong (31, Atlanta Braves) has finally returned to the big leagues after completing his injury recovery and rehabilitation. As a result, a spectacular scene unfolds with four former Kiwoom Heroes players simultaneously active on the Major League Baseball (MLB) stage.
The Atlanta club announced on the 12th (Korea time) via its official channel that infielder Kim Ha-seong has been activated from the rehabilitation list and removed from the injured list (IL). Kim Ha-seong, who underwent finger ligament surgery due to an unfortunate ice-slip injury during the previous off-season, is now ready to make his late debut in the 2026 season. To make room for Kim Ha-seong, outfielder Eli White was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list.
With Kim Ha-seong's return, the attention of Korean baseball fans now turns to the 'Heroes Connection.' Currently, four former Heroes players are active in the major leagues: Kim Ha-seong leading the way, followed by Lee Jung-hoo (San Francisco Giants), Kim Hye-seong (Los Angeles Dodgers), and Song Seong-moon (San Diego Padres), who made a surprising big league debut this season.
Especially, as each of them has established themselves as key assets for the National League (NL) on different teams, the 'Heroes Derby' when they face off is expected to remain a hot topic day after day. With the addition of 'eldest brother' Kim Ha-seong to Lee Jung-hoo, who has solidified his role as the Giants' star hitter, Kim Hye-seong, who showcases his presence as an infield utility player for the Dodgers, and Song Seong-moon, who started the 'value-for-money myth' for San Diego, the status of the 'Heroes Four' is expected to reach its peak.
As of the 12th, Atlanta leads the NL East Division alone with 28 wins and 13 losses, a winning percentage of 0.683, and is considered a strong contender for the division title. Kim Ha-seong is expected to immediately secure the team's starting shortstop position upon his return, and his solid defense and unique base-running sense are anticipated to boost the team's upward momentum.
As Kim Ha-seong, who has overcome his injury, joins his Heroes teammates who have fully recovered, all eyes from baseball fans around the world are focused on what kind of 'Heroic Era' they will open in the major leagues, specifically on the depth of Atlanta's shortstop position.
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