"He revealed his true worth in just 3 minutes."

Kim Hye-sung, who was called up by the Los Angeles Dodgers, showcased his incredible base running skills and made a successful appeal. On the 5th (Korea time), he successfully stole a base as a pinch runner in a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. He received applause for his smooth base running as he made a surprise dash to third base.

While trailing 3-4 in the top of the ninth inning, leading off, Andy Pahés got on base with a hit. Manager Roberts put Kim Hye-sung in as a pinch runner. He immediately attempted to steal second base while Will Smith was at bat, succeeding easily with a headfirst slide. His instincts were such that even the pitcher’s pickoff attempt was ineffective.

The next moment was even more impressive. Smith struck out swinging after a check swing. Catcher Drake Baldwin failed to properly catch the ball. It was a strikeout-not-out situation, and Baldwin attempted to throw to first base to get Smith. Kim Hye-sung took advantage of the gap and raced to third base. It was an unexpected base running move, and he successfully reached the base.

With one out, he created a chance to tie the game at 3rd base. Nevertheless, the subsequent batters remained silent. Both Miguel Rojas and Austin Barnes struck out swinging. Kim Hye-sung did not score his first major league run. The Dodgers lost 3-4. If they had tied the game, his fantastic base running would have shone even brighter. Nevertheless, the spectacular base running he displayed that day received high praise.

Manager Roberts said, "It was truly amazing, and I was excited. Opposing pitcher Iglesias is a very tricky pitcher to steal against. But Kim Hye-sung got an excellent jump, and although it was a close play, he reached second base well. The moment he advanced to third was instinctive play. It really stood out. This is the advantage that Kim Hye-sung's speed brings to the team. We will continue to see more of it."

Japanese media also joined in the praise. The baseball publication 'Full Count' ran an article under the title, "Korea's star Kim Hye-sung proved his instincts in just 3 minutes of play, shaking the stadium." The media detailed the base running process, stating, "Starting with the announcement that Kim Hye-sung was brought in as a pinch runner, he successfully advanced to third base in just 3 minutes. Manager Roberts was excited, calling it 'the best.'"

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