Pitcher Li Yu-peng Drunk Driving Without a License; Rakuten Monkeys Terminates Contract
Rakuten Monkeys terminated the contract of pitcher Li Yu-peng following a drunk driving accident without a license.
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- 📰 Published: April 23, 2026 at 11:07
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(CNA Reporter Su Chih-yu, Taipei, 23rd) Chinese Professional Baseball League's Rakuten Monkeys pitcher Li Yu-peng caused a car accident while driving drunk without a license. The club announced today that his contract has been terminated and apologized to the public, adding that they will strengthen the legal awareness of the entire team through internal education in the future.
The Rakuten Monkeys announced on their official website today: "Regarding the accident caused by player Li Yu-peng driving drunk without a license on April 19, the contract was terminated on the 22nd of this month in accordance with the agreement between the club and the player. The club profoundly understands the seriousness of this accident and expresses its deepest apologies to fans and the public for disturbing social order."
The club stated that it will continue to invite third-party organizations to regularly conduct lectures, including those on the rule of law, to ensure the implementation of internal education. Furthermore, to further enhance the awareness of the entire team, relevant lectures and guidance will be provided to all employees.
Li Yu-peng was the 4th pick of the Monkeys in the mid-season draft of the CPBL in 2025 and completed his signing in August of the same year. His contract included a signing bonus of NT$2.5 million, a monthly salary of NT$70,000, and a performance bonus of NT$750,000. He had not yet recorded any appearances in the first or second teams. (Editor: Huang Ming-hsi) 1150423
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(CNA Reporter Su Chih-yu, Taipei, 23rd) Chinese Professional Baseball League's Rakuten Monkeys pitcher Li Yu-peng caused a car accident while driving drunk without a license. The club announced today that his contract has been terminated and apologized to the public, adding that they will strengthen the legal awareness of the entire team through internal education in the future.
The Rakuten Monkeys announced on their official website today: "Regarding the accident caused by player Li Yu-peng driving drunk without a license on April 19, the contract was terminated on the 22nd of this month in accordance with the agreement between the club and the player. The club profoundly understands the seriousness of this accident and expresses its deepest apologies to fans and the public for disturbing social order."
The club stated that it will continue to invite third-party organizations to regularly conduct lectures, including those on the rule of law, to ensure the implementation of internal education. Furthermore, to further enhance the awareness of the entire team, relevant lectures and guidance will be provided to all employees.
Li Yu-peng was the 4th pick of the Monkeys in the mid-season draft of the CPBL in 2025 and completed his signing in August of the same year. His contract included a signing bonus of NT$2.5 million, a monthly salary of NT$70,000, and a performance bonus of NT$750,000. He had not yet recorded any appearances in the first or second teams. (Editor: Huang Ming-hsi) 1150423
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