Tsung-Che Cheng Earns First MLB Call-Up of the Season, Starts at Shortstop Against Yankees

Boston Red Sox infielder Tsung-Che Cheng was promoted to the major leagues for the first time this season on June 26. He started the game against the New York Yankees batting ninth and playing shortstop, wearing jersey number 39. According to the team's official announcement, Cheng was called up to replace infielder Marcelo Mayer, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to ulnar collateral ligament issues.

Cheng demonstrated consistent form at the Triple-A level prior to his call-up. Throughout his minor league tenure this season, he maintained a .254 batting average, recording 7 home runs, 10 stolen bases, and an OPS of .775. Notably, he also achieved a cycle earlier this season.