Minor League Stolen Base King Chu Meng Promoted to First Team; Teammate Predicts First Home Run
TSG Hawks' second-round pick Chu Meng has been promoted to the CPBL first team after an impressive run as the minor league's stolen base leader.
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Chu Meng, the TSG Hawks' second-round pick from last year's draft, was promoted to the first team today. Currently the stolen base king of the minor league, Chu evaluated his defensive progress as his biggest improvement since joining the pros. He admitted to being more excited than nervous, while teammate Yen Yu-hsuan boldly predicted that Chu's first career home run is coming soon.
In 14 minor league games this season, Chu recorded 17 hits in 52 at-bats with 13 stolen bases and a .327 batting average.
Head coach Hong I-chung explained that the promotion was accelerated by veteran infielder Kuo Yung-wei's recurring foot injury, which hampered his running in the previous game. With Kuo moving to the second team, Chu's strong minor league performance earned him the opportunity.
Chu revealed that he received the call on the 26th, much earlier than expected. Most coaches have checked in to ask if he's nervous; he joked that he won't really feel it until he takes the field.
Reflecting on his development, Chu noted a heightened sense of responsibility compared to his student-athlete days. He specifically highlighted his defense as his most improved area, having focused heavily on fielding and throwing drills during intensive training sessions.
While he primarily played shortstop in the minors, Chu has also practiced at second and third base. He is looking forward to potentially playing at the Taipei Dome, the Hawks' home field.
In 14 minor league games this season, Chu recorded 17 hits in 52 at-bats with 13 stolen bases and a .327 batting average.
Head coach Hong I-chung explained that the promotion was accelerated by veteran infielder Kuo Yung-wei's recurring foot injury, which hampered his running in the previous game. With Kuo moving to the second team, Chu's strong minor league performance earned him the opportunity.
Chu revealed that he received the call on the 26th, much earlier than expected. Most coaches have checked in to ask if he's nervous; he joked that he won't really feel it until he takes the field.
Reflecting on his development, Chu noted a heightened sense of responsibility compared to his student-athlete days. He specifically highlighted his defense as his most improved area, having focused heavily on fielding and throwing drills during intensive training sessions.
While he primarily played shortstop in the minors, Chu has also practiced at second and third base. He is looking forward to potentially playing at the Taipei Dome, the Hawks' home field.