Kim Ha-seong plays defensive role in ninth inning as Braves win with walk-off homer

Kim Ha-seong, a player for the Atlanta Braves, made a brief appearance as a defensive substitute in the ninth inning of the team's home game against the Milwaukee Brewers on June 21.

Despite the Braves securing a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory powered by Ozzie Albies' two home runs, including a walk-off in the bottom of the ninth, Kim Ha-seong did not receive an at-bat. His role was limited to a late-game defensive change at shortstop.

This appearance comes after a period of significant struggles at the plate for Kim Ha-seong since his return from injury. In his 20 games this season, he has a batting average of .085, with only 5 hits in 59 at-bats, 3 RBIs, and 4 runs scored. He has yet to hit a home run.

The Braves' victory, their 45th of the season against 29 losses, extended their winning streak and maintained their lead in the National League East division. Albies' first home run in the fifth inning gave Atlanta the initial lead, but they fell behind before his game-winning blast in the ninth.