Jorge Mateo Braves Contract Extension
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## Atlanta Braves Shortstop Situation Following Ha-Seong KimS injury
The Atlanta Braves will primarily utilize Mauricio Dubón at shortstop while Ha-Seong Kim recovers from a torn tendon in his right middle finger, with Arnaldo Mateo serving as the backup. MLB.com reported on January 14, 2024, that Kim underwent surgery and is expected to miss the first six weeks of the regular season. This injury considerably impacts the Braves’ infield plans for the start of the 2024 season.
### Ha-Seong Kim’s Injury and Recovery Timeline
Ha-Seong Kim sustained a torn tendon in his right middle finger after slipping on ice in South Korea.