Kuo Fu-Lin's "Haven't Hit One That Far in a Long Time" Homer Boosts Morale and Lifts Hawks to Victory
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(New Taipei, 17th, CNA reporter Hsieh Ching-wen) CPBL's TSG Hawks infielder Kuo Fu-Lin hit a go-ahead three-run homer today, helping his team defeat the Fubon Guardians 6-5. Manager Hung I-chung said, "It's been a long time since I've seen him hit one that far." Kuo, who has been adjusting his swing since last year to improve his contact rate, hopes this home run will boost the team's morale.
The Hawks faced the Fubon Guardians today. In the top of the third inning with his team trailing by one, Kuo hit a three-run homer off Guardians' starting pitcher Chen Shih-peng, turning the game around with one swing. Going 1-for-4 with a homer and 3 RBIs, he earned the game's MVP award for his game-winning hit.
Hawks manager Hung I-chung pointed out that Kuo's home run was crucial, smiling as he said, "It's been a long time since I've seen him hit one that far." He noted that without Kuo's homer, they wouldn't have been able to secure today's victory.
Kuo's batting average against Chen Shih-peng was under .200 before the game, but he came through in the crucial at-bat. He laughed, saying he remembered his past encounters with Chen being "miserable," and that he was targeting a low-middle pitch, not a specific type, and was happy he made solid contact.
Regarding Hung's comment about not hitting one that far in a long time, Kuo chuckled and replied, "I feel the same way, I haven't even hit one that far in batting practice." He revealed that he started adjusting his hitting style last year to improve his contact rate and has been swinging less for the fences.
Kuo mentioned that teammates gather to encourage each other before games. Despite the team's recent poor record, the process hasn't been terrible, and he hopes everyone can play freely without overthinking. With the team struggling to capitalize with runners in scoring position over the past two weeks, he hopes today's home run can inspire the team to keep fighting in the upcoming games.
The Hawks faced the Fubon Guardians today. In the top of the third inning with his team trailing by one, Kuo hit a three-run homer off Guardians' starting pitcher Chen Shih-peng, turning the game around with one swing. Going 1-for-4 with a homer and 3 RBIs, he earned the game's MVP award for his game-winning hit.
Hawks manager Hung I-chung pointed out that Kuo's home run was crucial, smiling as he said, "It's been a long time since I've seen him hit one that far." He noted that without Kuo's homer, they wouldn't have been able to secure today's victory.
Kuo's batting average against Chen Shih-peng was under .200 before the game, but he came through in the crucial at-bat. He laughed, saying he remembered his past encounters with Chen being "miserable," and that he was targeting a low-middle pitch, not a specific type, and was happy he made solid contact.
Regarding Hung's comment about not hitting one that far in a long time, Kuo chuckled and replied, "I feel the same way, I haven't even hit one that far in batting practice." He revealed that he started adjusting his hitting style last year to improve his contact rate and has been swinging less for the fences.
Kuo mentioned that teammates gather to encourage each other before games. Despite the team's recent poor record, the process hasn't been terrible, and he hopes everyone can play freely without overthinking. With the team struggling to capitalize with runners in scoring position over the past two weeks, he hopes today's home run can inspire the team to keep fighting in the upcoming games.