Kia Tigers infielder Kim Sun-bin (36) recorded a multi-hit performance in his first game back.
Kim Sun-bin participated in the 2025 Futures League game against Hanwha Eagles at Hampyeong-Kia Challenger Field on the 16th, achieving 2 hits in 2 at-bats and scoring 1 run.
He was put on the injured list on the 5th after being diagnosed with a slight muscle damage in his left calf. He underwent treatment and light training, and after a significant improvement was noted during a thorough examination on the 14th, he was cleared to resume technical training and participated in his first game that day.
He started as the designated hitter in the 2nd spot and, in the bottom of the first inning with no outs and a runner on 1st base, he targeted Hanwha starter Lee Gi-chang's first pitch, drilling a hit to right-center. He touched home plate to score. In the bottom of the second inning, after two outs, he pulled a pitch into a hit that fell to the left of the left fielder. He fully demonstrated his unique contact ability.
After completing his scheduled two at-bats, he was substituted out for Kim Seok-hwan.
In the game on the 17th, he will play as a second baseman and will participate in defense. If there are no issues with his defensive performance, he is expected to be called up to the first team immediately. He is likely to be included in the first team's roster starting from the Doosan game on the 18th.
Kia's scoring ability has greatly decreased due to the absence of Kim Sun-bin, who had been leading the lineup with a high batting average of .423. His return is expected to provide a significant boost.
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