Kwang Hyun Kim Enters Starting Rotation, Closer Spot Open
Kwang Hyun Kim has been tabbed to take the rotation spot left voided by Carlos Martinez, thereby opening up Cardinals closer’s duties. Kim served predominantly as a starter during his time in Korea, but opened the year in the St. Louis bullpen as injuries and absences piled up. Having compiled a 17-6 mark with a 2.51 ERA last season in the KBO with a career-best 4.74 K/BB ratio, Kim will have some initial season-long and DFS intrigue as hitters adapt to his pitch mix. The closer’s spot now appears to be a competition between Giovanny Gallegos and Ryan Helsley, but manager Mike Shildt has been mum on who will get the ball in the 9th.
Source: Anne Rogers
St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitcher Source: Anne Rogers

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