Chiang Kun-yu's failed bunt turns into a hit, Brothers' manager praises him for finding his true self
CTBC Brothers shortstop Chiang Kun-yu turned a failed bunt attempt in extra innings into a hit, achieving three hits in the game. Manager Hirano Keiichi praised his desire to advance runners despite the failed tactic, stating that Chiang Kun-yu is returning to his original batting form.
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(Central News Agency reporter Su Chih-she, Taipei 6th) CTBC Brothers shortstop Chiang Kun-yu attempted a bunt in extra innings yesterday, which failed but instead turned into a hit, earning him three hits in the game. Manager Hirano Keiichi pointed out that although the tactic was not successful, it showed his desire to advance the runner, and his hitting is increasingly resembling his original self.
In yesterday's Chinese Professional Baseball League game at the Taipei Dome between the CTBC Brothers and the Wei Chuan Dragons, Chiang Kun-yu was given a bunt instruction by the coaching staff in the 10th inning under the tie-break rule to advance the runner. However, after fouling off two bunts, he switched to a normal swing and hit a single instead.
Hirano Keiichi told reporters in a joint interview today that although Chiang Kun-yu did not successfully execute the tactic, his effort to advance the runner is commendable. "In terms of tactics, if the whole team is moving in the same direction, how do we strengthen ourselves after a failure? How do we contribute? Players need to think about this."
Chiang Kun-yu had been in a batting slump at the start of this season, with his batting average only at .172 before yesterday's game. However, after getting three hits in four at-bats, it rose to .206. Hirano Keiichi also said: "He showed a glimpse of 'Ah Kun' (Chiang Kun-yu's nickname). If I were an opponent, I would have been troubled by his at-bats yesterday. I hope to see more of such performances."
Although the Brothers tied the game in the top of the 9th inning yesterday, forcing extra innings, they ultimately lost 3-5 to the Dragons in the 11th inning. Particularly in the 10th and 11th innings, strong hits were thwarted by excellent defensive plays from the opponent. Hirano Keiichi stated that the players must be the most disappointed after losing the last two games. "I believe they will reflect on how to do better." (Editor: Hsieh Ya-chu) 1150506
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(Central News Agency reporter Su Chih-she, Taipei 6th) CTBC Brothers shortstop Chiang Kun-yu attempted a bunt in extra innings yesterday, which failed but instead turned into a hit, earning him three hits in the game. Manager Hirano Keiichi pointed out that although the tactic was not successful, it showed his desire to advance the runner, and his hitting is increasingly resembling his original self.
In yesterday's Chinese Professional Baseball League game at the Taipei Dome between the CTBC Brothers and the Wei Chuan Dragons, Chiang Kun-yu was given a bunt instruction by the coaching staff in the 10th inning under the tie-break rule to advance the runner. However, after fouling off two bunts, he switched to a normal swing and hit a single instead.
Hirano Keiichi told reporters in a joint interview today that although Chiang Kun-yu did not successfully execute the tactic, his effort to advance the runner is commendable. "In terms of tactics, if the whole team is moving in the same direction, how do we strengthen ourselves after a failure? How do we contribute? Players need to think about this."
Chiang Kun-yu had been in a batting slump at the start of this season, with his batting average only at .172 before yesterday's game. However, after getting three hits in four at-bats, it rose to .206. Hirano Keiichi also said: "He showed a glimpse of 'Ah Kun' (Chiang Kun-yu's nickname). If I were an opponent, I would have been troubled by his at-bats yesterday. I hope to see more of such performances."
Although the Brothers tied the game in the top of the 9th inning yesterday, forcing extra innings, they ultimately lost 3-5 to the Dragons in the 11th inning. Particularly in the 10th and 11th innings, strong hits were thwarted by excellent defensive plays from the opponent. Hirano Keiichi stated that the players must be the most disappointed after losing the last two games. "I believe they will reflect on how to do better." (Editor: Hsieh Ya-chu) 1150506
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