Tong Yu-cheng Full of Gratitude in First Team Debut, First At-Bat First Hit Praised as Perfect
Fubon Guardians infielder Tong Yu-cheng made his first start in the first team today, hitting a double in his first at-bat in the 3rd inning and scoring the tying run. From being undrafted to reaching the first team, Tong expressed gratitude to those who supported him.
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(Central News Agency reporter Hsieh Ching-wen, New Taipei, 8th) Fubon Guardians infielder Tong Yu-cheng made his first start in the first team today, hitting a double in his first at-bat in the bottom of the 3rd inning and scoring the tying run. His first hit and first run were recorded, and his first at-bat was praised as perfect. From being undrafted to successfully stepping onto the first team stage, Tong Yu-cheng expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him along the way.
Tong Yu-cheng, 26, was not drafted in two attempts at the CPBL draft. Last year, he joined the Guardians as a self-training player and was converted to a formal player on the 6th. Today, he was immediately placed in the starting lineup for his first team debut, batting 7th and playing right field against the Wei Chuan Dragons.
In the bottom of the 3rd inning, Tong Yu-cheng's first at-bat resulted in a double off Dragons' starting pitcher Drew Gagnon. He advanced to third on an error and then scored the tying run on a ground ball fielder's choice. Today, he had 1 hit in 3 at-bats and struck out twice.
Guardians manager Go To Mitsunori said that Tong Yu-cheng was calmer than the coaching staff expected in his first team start, and his first at-bat performance was perfect. However, he reminded that not just Tong Yu-cheng, but all hitters need to pay attention to not swinging at bad pitches and consolidating their strike zone.
Tong Yu-cheng revealed that he was very happy when he learned he would be starting before the game. He wasn't very nervous and enjoyed the atmosphere of the stadium. Hitting coach Kao Kuo-hui also reminded him to focus on high pitches for his attacking strategy, which he executed well in his first at-bat. He didn't expect to get his first career hit in his first at-bat, but it was very exciting, and the manager also congratulated him.
Tong Yu-cheng, who successfully stepped onto the first team stage today, thanked everyone who supported him, including his family and agency, who continued to help him after he was not drafted, giving him the opportunity to join the Guardians.
Tong Yu-cheng is the son of retired player Tong Tsung-hui. After confirming his promotion to the first team, his father also encouraged him. However, because his grandmother could not conveniently attend the game, his family watched on TV today. He also kept his first hit ball.
Tong Yu-cheng chose to wear number 00 as a formal player, which was previously worn by the departed foreign slugger Luis Liberato. Tong Yu-cheng said that they had a lot of interaction during spring training, and Liberato was a player who was happy to share. He had asked Liberato for advice on defense, and choosing number 00 was just because he happened to think it looked pleasing and cute. (Editor: Huang Ming-hsi) 1150508
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(Central News Agency reporter Hsieh Ching-wen, New Taipei, 8th) Fubon Guardians infielder Tong Yu-cheng made his first start in the first team today, hitting a double in his first at-bat in the bottom of the 3rd inning and scoring the tying run. His first hit and first run were recorded, and his first at-bat was praised as perfect. From being undrafted to successfully stepping onto the first team stage, Tong Yu-cheng expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him along the way.
Tong Yu-cheng, 26, was not drafted in two attempts at the CPBL draft. Last year, he joined the Guardians as a self-training player and was converted to a formal player on the 6th. Today, he was immediately placed in the starting lineup for his first team debut, batting 7th and playing right field against the Wei Chuan Dragons.
In the bottom of the 3rd inning, Tong Yu-cheng's first at-bat resulted in a double off Dragons' starting pitcher Drew Gagnon. He advanced to third on an error and then scored the tying run on a ground ball fielder's choice. Today, he had 1 hit in 3 at-bats and struck out twice.
Guardians manager Go To Mitsunori said that Tong Yu-cheng was calmer than the coaching staff expected in his first team start, and his first at-bat performance was perfect. However, he reminded that not just Tong Yu-cheng, but all hitters need to pay attention to not swinging at bad pitches and consolidating their strike zone.
Tong Yu-cheng revealed that he was very happy when he learned he would be starting before the game. He wasn't very nervous and enjoyed the atmosphere of the stadium. Hitting coach Kao Kuo-hui also reminded him to focus on high pitches for his attacking strategy, which he executed well in his first at-bat. He didn't expect to get his first career hit in his first at-bat, but it was very exciting, and the manager also congratulated him.
Tong Yu-cheng, who successfully stepped onto the first team stage today, thanked everyone who supported him, including his family and agency, who continued to help him after he was not drafted, giving him the opportunity to join the Guardians.
Tong Yu-cheng is the son of retired player Tong Tsung-hui. After confirming his promotion to the first team, his father also encouraged him. However, because his grandmother could not conveniently attend the game, his family watched on TV today. He also kept his first hit ball.
Tong Yu-cheng chose to wear number 00 as a formal player, which was previously worn by the departed foreign slugger Luis Liberato. Tong Yu-cheng said that they had a lot of interaction during spring training, and Liberato was a player who was happy to share. He had asked Liberato for advice on defense, and choosing number 00 was just because he happened to think it looked pleasing and cute. (Editor: Huang Ming-hsi) 1150508
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