The Hanwha Eagles made third baseman Si Hwan Roh available to MLB teams through the posting process on Sunday, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. Roh’s negotiating window with major league clubs expires at 5 p.m. ET on Dec. 1, giving interested teams one month to agree to a contract.
The move comes after Roh signed an 11-year contract extension with Hanwha that included a provision allowing him to be posted once he met KBO service-time requirements, according to MLB.com. Under KBO rules, a team can only post a player after he has reached seven years of service, a threshold Roh cleared this year.
The Terms Of The Si Hwan Roh Posting Process
Roh’s situation is defined by two separate agreements working together. His 11-year extension with Hanwha included a provision allowing him to be posted after reaching seven years of service; Roh cleared that threshold in 2026, per MLB.com. The posting window itself runs 30 days, closing Dec. 1 at 5 p.m. ET, during which any MLB club can negotiate directly with Roh and his representatives, according to CBS Sports.
No contract terms, posting fee or specific team interest have been reported. The process simply opens the door for negotiation; it does not guarantee Roh signs with a major league club before the window closes.
What MLB Teams Would Be Getting
Roh debuted for the Eagles in 2019 at age 18. In 2026, his sixth season with the team, he posted his best numbers. In 2026, he slashed .283/.360/.505 with 29 home runs and 96 RBI across 127 games, numbers that reflect both his power and his ability to get on base.
He walked 51 times against 147 strikeouts and added three stolen bases in 2026, according to MLB.com. The profile is that of a hitter whose calling card is the bat rather than speed or elite contact skills.
An anonymous MLB scout described Roh as “a big power bat from third base that should play at the MLB level,” while also noting he is “somewhat weak defensively” despite having the arm strength to remain at the position, according to MLB.com. The same scout predicted Roh would settle in as a 20-25 home run threat in the major leagues, a notable step down from his 29-homer KBO season but still a meaningful power contribution if realized.
What Teams Would Target Him
Teams considering Roh would be betting primarily on his offensive upside translating against major league pitching, since the scouting assessment flags defense as the clearer question mark. His arm strength gives him a path to stay at third base, but the “somewhat weak” defensive grade means clubs may need to weigh whether he projects as an everyday third baseman or a bat-first piece who could eventually slide toward designated hitter duties.
No specific teams have been reported as pursuing Roh, and there is no public information yet on what kind of contract he might command.
What’s Next
The clock is now running on Roh’s decision. His negotiating window with MLB clubs closes at 5 p.m. ET on Dec. 1, and any agreement would need to be finalized before then under the terms of the posting process.
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