Former Phillies lefty who had one of his worst seasons in Philly signs with Red Sox

Former Philadelphia Phillies left-handed pitcher Kyle Hart, who struggled during his brief tenure with the team, has signed a one-year contract with the San Diego Padres. Hart’s performance with the Phillies in 2020 was notably challenging, as he posted a 15.55 ERA over 11 innings. citeturn0search4

 

After his stint in Philadelphia, Hart sought to revitalize his career by joining the NC Dinos of the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) for the 2024 season. His time in the KBO proved successful, as he achieved a 2.69 ERA with 182 strikeouts over 157 innings, earning the equivalent of the Cy Young Award in the league. citeturn0search4

 

This impressive performance in the KBO caught the attention of Major League Baseball teams, leading to his signing with the Padres. Hart’s journey reflects a common path for players aiming to rejuvenate their careers by gaining experience and success in international leagues before returning to MLB.

 

For the Padres, Hart’s addition provides depth to their pitching rotation, with the hope that his international success will translate to the major leagues. His story underscores the potential benefits of players seeking opportunities abroad to refine their skills and enhance their prospects in MLB.

 

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