Francys Romero from BeisbolFR reports this that the Padres have signed infielder Sung Mun Song from the Korea Baseball Organization. The two sides have reportedly agreed to a three-year deal worth $13 million.
Song had been a roughly league-average hitter before his breakout campaign with the Kiwoom Heroes in 2024, albeit with virtually zero power. He adjusted his swing to tap into his power potential and blossomed into a star, posting a .340/.409/.518 batting line with 19 home runs and 29 doubles over 602 plate appearances while stealing 21 bases.
Sung Mun Song offers intrigue and pitfalls for San Diego Padres
Song proved his 2024 campaign was no fluke with another impressive season in 2025. He posted a .315/.387/.530 batting line with a career-high 26 home runs and 37 doubles in his 646 plate appearances, while stealing 25 bases.
While Song’s numbers are solid, there are reasons for concern. Fangraphs noted that his hit tool has questions because his pursuit velocity spikes and he is particularly vulnerable to fastballs high and away. KBO players have had a hard time adjusting to the majors, typically taking longer to get used to the faster speed in the United States. However, Song possesses intriguing power potential and a strong all-around skill set, potentially allowing him to reach a higher floor than most KBO prospects.
Song could fill a utility role similar to former Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim. Although Song has primarily been a third baseman, he does have experience at first and second base. He could also be an option at one of these positions if the Padres trade infielder Jake Cronenworth. But first he will have to prove that his production can match his potential.
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