When Ha-Seong Kim departed for Tampa Bay in free agency last offseason, Padres fans were heartbroken, as he was a fan favorite in San Diego. But after recent reports, a reunion may be on the table, as the Padres have been listed as a potential suitor for the 30-year-old infielder. But there is one factor that stands in the way of making this a reality.
Kim was placed at No. 31 on Jim Bowden’s free agent rankings, and he has hit the open market, choosing to decline his $16 million player option for the 2026 season.