The Atlanta Braves , hoping to shore up an uncertain middle-infield situation for next season, claimed infielder Ha-Seong Kim off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday.

Kim, 29, is owed roughly $2 million for the remainder of the 2025 season and another $16 million in 2026.

The Braves are navigating through the tail end of a thoroughly disappointing season, having gone 62-75 heading into Labor Day, but they have hopes of contending next year and are willing to take on money in hopes of bridging the gap.

The Braves have received a major league-worst .525 OPS from the shortstop position this year, with Orlando Arcia released in late May and Nick Allen struggling offensively.

Second baseman Ozzie Albies , a three-time All-Star, is in the midst of his worst offensive season

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