Taiwanese Pitcher Chih-Jung Liu Released by Boston Red Sox, Will Continue Overseas Pursuit, Not Considering Draft for Now
27-year-old Taiwanese pitcher Chih-Jung Liu has been released by the Boston Red Sox. He expressed gratitude to the Red Sox for their development and stated that his future priority remains playing overseas, with no current plans to return to Taiwan for the CPBL draft.
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(Central News Agency reporter Hsieh Ching-wen, Taipei 12th) 27-year-old Taiwanese pitcher Chih-Jung Liu has been released by the Boston Red Sox. Liu stated that over the past three years, due to recurring injuries, he experienced many difficult moments, but thanked the Red Sox for their cultivation, which allowed him to continuously grow. Regarding his future plans, he currently prioritizes playing overseas and is not considering returning to Taiwan for the draft.
After graduating from Yingge Vocational High School, Liu first attended Chinese Culture University. During his time on the university's baseball team, he once threw a 158 km/h fastball. In October 2019, he officially signed with the MLB's Boston Red Sox, beginning his career in the United States.
Liu posted on his personal social media on the 12th, saying, "Thank you to the Red Sox for fulfilling my childhood dream of playing baseball in America." Reflecting on his 6.5-year career in the US, he said he learned a lot and was taken care of by many people, which allowed him to quickly adapt to life in America and continuously improve his baseball skills, becoming a better version of himself than when he first left Taiwan.
Regarding the impact of injuries on his career, Liu also mentioned, "Over the past three years, due to recurring injuries, I experienced many difficult moments, but the team always provided me with great help. Along the way, many people accompanied and supported me, letting me know that I was never facing these challenges alone."
Liu thanked the coaches, teammates, staff who had helped him, and the fans who had supported him all along. He also thanked the Red Sox for their cultivation over the years and for providing him with a stage, giving him the opportunity to continuously grow and become a better player.
He mentioned that the road ahead is still long, and he will continue to work hard, challenge himself, and pursue a better version of himself. He holds the belief that "nowhere is a place where you can stay the same," and will continue to strive forward.
Liu's current condition has progressed to bullpen pitching, preparing for game action. Regarding whether he will return to Taiwan for the CPBL draft, his agency, HANCHUANG, stated that there are currently no such considerations, prioritizing overseas opportunities and continuing to seek them.
Liu's highest level in his US career was Minor League 2A. He had no minor league game appearances last year or this year. His total MLB minor league career record stands at 72 games (63 starts), with an 18-21 win-loss record and a 5.25 ERA. (Editor: Chang Mingkun) 1150612
After graduating from Yingge Vocational High School, Liu first attended Chinese Culture University. During his time on the university's baseball team, he once threw a 158 km/h fastball. In October 2019, he officially signed with the MLB's Boston Red Sox, beginning his career in the United States.
Liu posted on his personal social media on the 12th, saying, "Thank you to the Red Sox for fulfilling my childhood dream of playing baseball in America." Reflecting on his 6.5-year career in the US, he said he learned a lot and was taken care of by many people, which allowed him to quickly adapt to life in America and continuously improve his baseball skills, becoming a better version of himself than when he first left Taiwan.
Regarding the impact of injuries on his career, Liu also mentioned, "Over the past three years, due to recurring injuries, I experienced many difficult moments, but the team always provided me with great help. Along the way, many people accompanied and supported me, letting me know that I was never facing these challenges alone."
Liu thanked the coaches, teammates, staff who had helped him, and the fans who had supported him all along. He also thanked the Red Sox for their cultivation over the years and for providing him with a stage, giving him the opportunity to continuously grow and become a better player.
He mentioned that the road ahead is still long, and he will continue to work hard, challenge himself, and pursue a better version of himself. He holds the belief that "nowhere is a place where you can stay the same," and will continue to strive forward.
Liu's current condition has progressed to bullpen pitching, preparing for game action. Regarding whether he will return to Taiwan for the CPBL draft, his agency, HANCHUANG, stated that there are currently no such considerations, prioritizing overseas opportunities and continuing to seek them.
Liu's highest level in his US career was Minor League 2A. He had no minor league game appearances last year or this year. His total MLB minor league career record stands at 72 games (63 starts), with an 18-21 win-loss record and a 5.25 ERA. (Editor: Chang Mingkun) 1150612
FAQ
Why was Chih-Jung Liu released by the Red Sox?
The official reason was not given, but it is widely attributed to his recurring injuries over the past three years.
What is next for Chih-Jung Liu's career?
He will prioritize playing overseas, likely seeking opportunities in US independent leagues or other foreign professional leagues.
Will Chih-Jung Liu enter the CPBL draft?
Currently, he has no plans to do so and has stated that playing overseas is his top priority.