WE'RE JUST WAVING THE HA-SEONG KIM FLAG HIGH!

Since early December, Bleeding Yankee Blue took a hard stance on Ha-Seong Kim. We want the guy in pinstripes, plain and simple. Guess what? It’s starting to catch fire! As the idea of signing the former San Diego Padres star gains traction, we’re here to say it loud: Kim is the perfect fit for the Yankees, no question.

Imagine this: a Gold Glove-winning infielder with the kind of defensive chops that could make even Derek Jeter raise an eyebrow. Pair Kim with Anthony Volpe, and you've got yourself a double-play duo so smooth, they might just make fans forget what it’s like to watch a routine error. Kim’s defensive wizardry would add a much-needed touch of stability to the Yankees’ infield, and let's face it, who doesn’t need a little more stability these days?

Now, yes—there’s the little matter of Kim’s offseason shoulder surgery, which may have made his market a tad trickier. But here’s the twist: this could work out perfectly for the Yankees. His previous Padres deal was $28 million over four years, but with his health in question, the Yankees could swoop in with a savvy, shorter-term contract that gives Kim a shot at redemption—and some time to cash in later when he's 100%.

Let’s talk market. Kim’s stock might not be soaring as high as expected (thanks again, shoulder surgery), but that’s the Yankees' gain. If Kim had stayed healthy, we’re talking about a much heftier price tag, so this could be a rare opportunity to grab a Gold Glove-caliber player at a relative bargain.

Tim Kelly of Bleacher Report threw out a prediction of a one-year, $14 million deal with the Seattle Mariners. But here’s the thing: Kim doesn’t just want to play ball on the West Coast. He wants to win too. And with the Yankees looking like they might be a contender this year, who wouldn’t want to be part of that? Seattle might offer the Pacific Ocean, but the Yankees offer rings.

So, let’s get real—the Yankees have the cash, the talent, and the allure of a championship. Kim is the answer. We’ve been saying it since December, and we’ll keep saying it until it happens. Get him in pinstripes, and let’s go win some games.