Jung Ho Kang Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 0" / 205 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 4/5/1987 (36)
- Experience
- 4
Jung Ho Kang Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Jung Ho Kang News
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jung Ho Kang has been designated for assignment by the organization on Friday. Kang struggled at the plate this season, so it's not surprising to see the Pirates decide to move on. Kang hit .169/.222/.395 over 65 games, so that's not a batting line you'd love to see. Colin Moran and Jose Osuna will likely split the playing time at third base for the rest of the season
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Jung Ho Kang went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run in the Pirates' 6-5 extra-innings loss to the Cardinals. Kang did not start the game but pinch hit for Colin Moran in the eighth. Kang's home run came in the 10th inning, closing the deficit to one run. Despite flashes of power, Kang is hitting just .184 on the season and should not be owned in fantasy leagues.
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Jung Ho Kang will be starting and batting seventh against Detroit Tigers left-handed starter Daniel Norris. Since returning from the injured list on June 8, Kang has hit .222 with a home run and four runs batted in. In his career against LHP, Kang is a .212 hitter with eight home runs and 24 RBI. He's a cheap DFS option with some pop in his bat, making him an okay contrarian option. Melky Cabrera will play right field and bat fifth, while Elias Diaz will catch and bat sixth. Cabrera is hitting .353 with three home runs vs LHP this year, and is also a cheaper option in the heart of a solid Pirates lineup.
