Kim Hye-seong (AFP-Yonhap)
Kim Hye-seong (AFP-Yonhap)

Kim Hye-seong will remain in Triple-A after the Los Angeles Dodgers chose infielder Alex Freeland for a September roster spot.

The Dodgers added Freeland as active rosters expanded from 26 to 28 players Tuesday. They also reinstated catcher Will Smith from the 60-day injured list, along with catcher Dalton Rushing and left-hander Justin Wrobleski.

Los Angeles created roster space by optioning outfielder Alek Thomas to the Oklahoma City Comets and designating catcher Ben Rortvedt for assignment.

Kim had been viewed as a possible addition because of his ability to provide infield depth. The Dodgers instead selected the switch-hitting Freeland, who can start at second base against right-handed pitching while Tommy Edman shifts to the outfield.

The 27-year-old Kim hit .259 with one home run, 11 RBIs and five stolen bases in 43 games for Los Angeles in April and May. He has a .272 average, three homers, 27 RBIs and 13 steals in 75 games with Oklahoma City.

Manager Dave Roberts indicated that the latest moves were made with the postseason roster in mind. Unless another opportunity emerges because of an injury, Kim appears unlikely to return to the majors before the season ends.

Smith had been sidelined for nearly three months because of a neck disk issue. His return could strengthen a Dodgers offense that has struggled in recent games.

Wrobleski, back from forearm inflammation, is expected to work as a long reliever during the closing stretch of the regular season.

(This article was produced with the assistance of AI. — Ed.)