Kim Homers for Korea in World Baseball Classic Loss

Kim homered for Korea in their 8-6 loss to Japan during World Baseball Classic pool play. He connected for a two-run shot in the fourth inning to tie the game at 5-5. Later, in a high-leverage spot with the bases loaded and two outs in the eighth, Kim struck out looking as Korea attempted to rally. The Dodgers infielder remains a key offensive contributor for the Korean squad in the tournament.