Chang Yu-ting Maintains Hitting Form Despite Post-Classic Fatigue, Temporarily Leads Batting Rankings
Despite fatigue from the World Baseball Classic, Chang Yu-ting of the CPBL's Fubon Guardians has maintained excellent hitting form this season, temporarily leading the league in batting average. He credits the coaching staff for providing space and exchanges with teammates for his consistent performance.
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(Central News Agency Reporter Hsieh Ching-wen, New Taipei City, April 17) Fubon Guardians outfielder Chang Yu-ting, who transitioned from the pre-season World Baseball Classic (WBC) to the CPBL season, has maintained his excellent hitting form despite physical fatigue, currently leading the league in batting average. Chang Yu-ting expressed gratitude to the coaching staff for providing him with space and enabling him to maintain stable output through timely exchanges and adjustments.
Chang Yu-ting started in all of the Guardians' first 9 games this season, but took his first day off on the 14th. He returned to the starting lineup on the 15th, maintaining his hot streak by hitting 3 singles in 4 at-bats. As of today, he temporarily leads the CPBL rankings with a .421 batting average.
Chang Yu-ting stated that after playing through the WBC and into the CPBL season, he naturally experiences fatigue. Having a day off on the 14th, and playing primarily as a designated hitter recently with less defensive action, has helped reduce physical burden. He jokingly referred to himself as a 'stand-in shortstop'.
Regarding his batting performance so far this season, Chang Yu-ting said his hitting feels good and he's happy to be hitting the ball. He also mentioned that teammate Fan Kuo-chen is also in good form. He aims to hit singles and have the batters behind him drive him in, working to win more games and secure the first-half championship for the team.
Chang Yu-ting stated that the coaching staff has given him significant freedom to play. He also engages in discussions with hitting coaches regarding his swing path, balance, and rhythm.
Chang Yu-ting mentioned that players selected for the WBC are certainly high-level professional players. When facing fatigue, he believes one must find ways to cope. The season has just begun, with over 100 more games to play. (Editor: Kuan Chung-wei) 0417115
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Chang Yu-ting started in all of the Guardians' first 9 games this season, but took his first day off on the 14th. He returned to the starting lineup on the 15th, maintaining his hot streak by hitting 3 singles in 4 at-bats. As of today, he temporarily leads the CPBL rankings with a .421 batting average.
Chang Yu-ting stated that after playing through the WBC and into the CPBL season, he naturally experiences fatigue. Having a day off on the 14th, and playing primarily as a designated hitter recently with less defensive action, has helped reduce physical burden. He jokingly referred to himself as a 'stand-in shortstop'.
Regarding his batting performance so far this season, Chang Yu-ting said his hitting feels good and he's happy to be hitting the ball. He also mentioned that teammate Fan Kuo-chen is also in good form. He aims to hit singles and have the batters behind him drive him in, working to win more games and secure the first-half championship for the team.
Chang Yu-ting stated that the coaching staff has given him significant freedom to play. He also engages in discussions with hitting coaches regarding his swing path, balance, and rhythm.
Chang Yu-ting mentioned that players selected for the WBC are certainly high-level professional players. When facing fatigue, he believes one must find ways to cope. The season has just begun, with over 100 more games to play. (Editor: Kuan Chung-wei) 0417115
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