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Back for 2026 Kim is going to return to Seattle in 2026 after his option was picked up, Seattle announced.

Impact Kim is set to return to Seattle for a second season as he continues his second stint. The defender was decent on his return to the club, making 15 appearances (10 starts) and largely being limited by injuries. Kim should contend for consistent minutes in 2026 if he can stay healthy.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Kee-Hee (calf) has no injury designation for Saturday's trip to Minnesota, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Kee-Hee is absent from the injury report ahead of game three of the opening round. The defender has a calf injury that has sidelined him for the last four matches. Kee-Hee was a consistent starter during the first half of the campaign but injuries have derailed him in the back half. Even if he's fit against Minnesota on Saturday, it's more likely than not that he's only on the bench.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United hosts the Seattle Sounders in Western Conference finals

Minnesota United hosts the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference finals

NOVEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in Western Conference semifinals

The Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in the Western Conference semifinals

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Possibility for Monday Kee-Hee (calf) is questionable for Monday's match against Minnesota, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kee-Hee is going to need to pass some testing to be an option Monday, with the defender now a late call after missing the past two games due to a calf injury. Even if he is fit, he will likely earn a rotational option, starting in 10 of his 15 appearances but going unused often.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

The Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders take shutout streak into matchup against New York City FC

The Seattle Sounders head into a matchup with New York City FC after putting together two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Out with calf injury Kim (calf) will be out for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake, per manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Kim is sidelined for Saturday's clash due to a calf injury. The defender came off at halftime against Portland last time out, and it appears his injury is at least serious enough for one match out. Jonathan Bell came on to replace Kim in that match, and is expected to start again Saturday.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Kim (calf) is on the bench for Wednesday's duel versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Kim hasn't played in an MLS match since May 28 and could make his return if required as a backup for Yeimar Gomez or Jackson Ragen against Colorado. It remains to be seen whether Kim will regain a starting spot in subsequent weeks, and he'll be a rather unreliable fantasy option until he does.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids play the Seattle Sounders after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0, the Colorado Rapids face the Seattle Sounders

JULY 15 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew after shutout victory

A game after shutting out Austin 2-0, the Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Not in training Kim (calf) wasn't spotted in training Friday, per Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Kim wasn't spotted in training Friday, despite returning to the bench for a Club World Cup clash with Atleti. The defender is still a doubt for Saturday's return to MLS action against Austin FC.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench Kim (calf) is back on the bench for Thursday's clash with Atleti.

Impact Kim returned to the bench Thursday after a calf injury that sidelined him for the two MLS matches before the Club World Cup. The defender wasn't deemed fit enough to start but is good to go for some minutes if needed seemingly.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Thursday Kim is questionable for Thursday's clash with Atleti, according to manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Kim is still struggling with a calf injury, and despite training Wednesday he's a doubt for Thursday. The defender has missed two games in a row in MLS action with the same injury, but has been a frequent part of the starting XI in central defense when fit.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Features one half Sunday Kee-Hee (calf) played the first half in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Botafogo in the Club World Cup, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.

Impact Kee-Hee has been sidelined in the last two games for the Sounders due to a calf injury, but he has fully recovered from it since he played the first half against Botafogo on Sunday. The South Korean struggled quite a lot against the Brazilian frontline and could likely see decreased playing time when Yeimar Gomez is fully back and fit.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps face the Seattle Sounders in Western Conference play

The Vancouver Whitecaps host the Seattle Sounders in conference action

JUNE 7 • Associated Press

Slim chance to participate in CWC Kee-Hee (calf) has a slim chance to participate in the Club World Cup, coach Brian Schmetzer said in a press conference, according to Radio 93.3 KJR.

Impact Kee-Hee is recovering from a calf injury suffered in the clash against San Diego that forced him off in the first half and could recover in time for the Club World Cup. He has a slim chance to feature in the match squad for the first group stage game against Brazilian side Botafogo on June 16, according to his coach. This would be good news for the Sounders knowing that he started seven of his last eight appearances, even though he should see decreased playing time with the return of Jackson Ragen in the backline.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf injury Kee-Hee (calf) is out for Sunday's match against Minnesota.

Impact Kee-Hee is not going to return from the calf injury he suffered Wednesday, with the defender now unavailable for Sunday's match. He has no return date in place, possibly missing more time. This is tough news for the club as he is a regular starter, with Stuart Hawkins as a possible replacement while out.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Kee-Hee (calf) was forced off injured in the 34th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 victory against San Diego.

Impact Kee-Hee was forced to leave his teammates ten minutes before the break due to an apparent left calf injury and was reportedly in significant pain. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury and whether he has to miss some time. This would be a big blow for the Sounders since he has started in seven of his last eight appearances. That said, with the return from injury of Jackson Ragen, his absence shouldn't impact the overall chemistry in the backline too much.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Headline performance in win Kee-Hee recorded two tackles (one won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Dallas.

Impact Kee-Hee's 90 minute shift Saturday was crucial as Seattle were without each of their top two central defenders in their 1-0 victory over Dallas. The veteran led the clean sheet effort with five clearances while also making three blocks, two tackles (one won) and one interception. Kee-Hee has made eight appearances (six starts) in his return to Seattle after spending the five previous years at Ulsan Hyundai of South Korea's K League.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Seattle Kee-Hee has completed a transfer to Seattle out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Kee-Hee is returning to Seattle after exiting the club following the 2019 season, signing a one-year deal with an option for the 2026 season. He is a veteran defender with some solid experience, having held starting roles while with Seattle previously. That said, he will look to see a simialr role once rejoinging the club, although he will likely be set for more rotational than starting time.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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