Taiwan's Lee Hao-Yu Hits Homers in Both Games of Doubleheader, Racks Up 4 Hits, 4 RBIs in Hot Streak

(CNA, Taipei, 7th) Taiwanese prospect Lee Hao-Yu of the Detroit Tigers, who was optioned to Triple-A on the 3rd, hit home runs in both games of a doubleheader today. He hit a 2-run shot in the first game and a solo homer in the second, totaling 4 hits and 4 RBIs across the two games, demonstrating his scorching hot form at the plate.

The 23-year-old 'Taiwanese Powerhouse' Lee Hao-Yu has appeared in 32 MLB games this season, collecting 17 hits including 2 home runs. After being sent down to Triple-A on the 3rd, he has continued to maintain his hot streak.

The Tigers' Triple-A affiliate played a doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs' affiliate today. In the first game, Lee started as the 4th batter and second baseman. In the top of the 1st inning with two outs and a runner on, Lee hit a 2-run homer to give his team the lead. He struck out in the top of the 4th.

Lee hit another RBI single in the top of the 5th. In the top of the 7th, he struck out to become the final out of the game. He went 2-for-4 with 3 RBIs in the game; the Tigers ultimately lost 5-7.

In the second game of the doubleheader, Lee started as the 4th batter and third baseman. In the top of the 2nd, he drew a walk and later scored the team's first run on a teammate's hit.

The 4th inning was eventful. In the top of the 4th, Lee was hit by a pitch, leading to the ejection of the Cubs' manager and pitcher. In the bottom of the 4th, the Tigers' manager and pitching coach were also ejected.

In the top of the 6th with the Tigers leading 3-1, Lee homered again, a solo shot that provided an insurance run for the team. He added another single in the top of the 7th. Lee went 2-for-2 with 1 RBI in this game. After hitting home runs in both games of the day, his post-game batting average is .244. The Tigers won this game 8-1.