"He got off to a blistering start once being called up from Triple-A. Concerns over his inability to hit high velocity were temporarily cooled as Kim boasted an average north of .300 for months. Once opposing teams made their adjustments, Kim's numbers and involvement with the team plummeted. He essentially became a late-game defensive replacement rather than a spot starter down the stretch. Kim's strikeout rate (30.6 percent) would've ranked him towards the bottom of the league for a full season."
"Assuming Sheehan isn't dealt in some deal for Tarik Skubal, he's primed to have the best year of his young career in 2026. He's done enough to truly cement a spot within the loaded Dodgers rotation. In 2025, Sheehan set career-high numbers in several categories including innings pitched, ERA, strikeouts, and appearances. Toggling back and forth between the rotation and the bullpen, Sheehan garnered valuable experience that will only benefit the 26-year-ol"
The Los Angeles Dodgers roster is expected to change before 2026, with the possibility of trades affecting several players. Three players stand out as realistic breakout candidates: Hyeseong Kim, Emmet Sheehan, and an established player seeking a rebound after a poor 2025. Kim started strong after transitioning from South Korea but faded as pitchers adjusted; with Tommy Edman recovering from ankle surgery and the club prioritizing youth, Kim could take a significant second-year leap. Sheehan solidified a rotation spot in 2025, posting career highs in innings, ERA, strikeouts, and appearances, and gains from experience alternating between rotation and bullpen.
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