Chiang Shao-ching May Return to CPBL First Team This Half Season: Lin Yueh-ping Says 'Wait for Good News'

(Central News Agency, Taipei, 5th) CPBL Uni-President 7-ELEVEn Lions pitcher Chiang Shao-ching, who started a game on May 3rd, has delayed his subsequent starts due to muscle nerve inflammation. Manager Lin Yueh-ping stated today that Chiang still has a chance to return to the first team this half season. The team has a plan, and he asked everyone to 'wait for good news.'

After recovering from an injury, Chiang made his first first-team start in 596 days on May 3rd against the Rakuten Monkeys. He pitched 3 innings, allowing 1 hit, striking out 4, and giving up 1 unearned run, receiving a no-decision. He was originally scheduled to start again on May 17th but was sidelined due to muscle nerve inflammation and has not pitched since May.

Manager Lin said Chiang has already begun bullpen sessions and is preparing. He was initially expected to start in the first team on the 7th, but the situation changed. When asked if there is still a chance for Chiang to return to the first team this half season, Lin confirmed, 'There is a chance,' and emphasized that the team has a plan for Chiang, asking everyone to wait for good news.

Regarding veteran player Chen Yung-chi, who returned to the first team on the 3rd and has started in games on the 3rd and today, Lin noted that the Taipei Dome is comfortable. For outdoor stadiums, they would consider Chen's physical condition. Lin mentioned that this is Chen's retirement year and hopes he enjoys his time as a player. He will let Chen play as long as his physical condition allows, and if he doesn't perform well, other teammates will step in. (Editor: Lung Po-an) 1150605