Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim Hits Milestone Home Run

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Hyeseong Kim hit his first MLB home run—a 385-foot solo shot in the fifth inning—helping tie the game in a 9-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics and earning a sunflower seed shower from teammates. Kim was called up on May 3 to replace injured players Tommy Edman and Teoscar Hernandez, and has since posted a .360 batting average, three RBIs, two stolen bases, and demonstrated versatility across multiple defensive positions. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and the media have praised Kim's focus, unconventional at-bats, and positive impact on the team's momentum. Kim, a three-time KBO Golden Glove winner nicknamed 'Comet,' signed a $12.5 million, three-year deal with the Dodgers in the offseason. Fans and commentators have celebrated his milestone, emphasizing its significance for both the player and the team's youth movement. Kim’s strong performance has fueled discussions about his continued role on the Dodgers’ roster as regular starters recover.