The Dodgers have called up their third-ranked prospect, Alex Freeland, as infielder Kim Hae-seong has been placed on the injured list due to a shoulder injury.

The Dodgers announced their infield adjustments before today's game: they have promoted third-ranked prospect (35th on MLB's top 100 prospects) Alex Freeland, while infielder Kim Hae-seong has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to left shoulder bursitis.

The switch-hitting Freeland is expected to make his MLB debut tomorrow, playing third base at the Reds' home field. The team does not need to adjust the 40-man roster due to an existing vacancy. This 23-year-old rookie has posted a .253 batting average and .798 OPS in 94 games at Triple-A Oklahoma this season, leading the Pacific Coast League with 75 walks, primarily playing shortstop (67 games) and third base (26 games).

"It feels like a dream," said Freeland, a 2022 third-round pick. "I learned the news from my Triple-A manager Scott Hennessey and immediately told my dad; my family will be in Cincinnati to witness my debut." Manager Dave Roberts explained that the move was due to injury considerations: Tommy Edman sprained his right ankle over the weekend in Boston, but the spot ultimately went to Kim Hae-seong.

Kim Hae-seong has been struggling with his left shoulder injury for the past week, affecting his swing. The former KBO star had a rookie season batting line of .304/.338/.406, but since July, he has only managed a .193 batting average and .418 OPS over 21 games. He will return to Los Angeles for an injection treatment on his shoulder and will pause baseball activities.

"I hope the downtime is short," Roberts said. "Kim Hae-seong is tough as nails; he could play through the injury, but imaging showed that rest is the best option." With Max Muncy rehabilitating a left knee bone bruise, Freeland will primarily take on third base duties. Edman's old ankle injury (which previously put him on the injured list in May due to right ankle inflammation) may also increase Freeland's playing opportunities.

"The ankle should be fine," Edman said on Monday, but the injury has been recurring for months—since returning on May 19, he has a batting line of .209/.271/.308 over 53 games, and he missed time in early June due to injury. Roberts emphasized the need for cautious management: "Players always feel they can push through, but foot injuries persist, and we must be vigilant."

Freeland will seize the opportunity to prove his longevity in the majors. "Young blood and resilience are exactly what we need," Roberts looks forward to, "and he will surely fit into the team."