CPBL: Brothers Manager Hirano Keiichi Says Struggles Aren't Just Against Wei Chuan

The CTBC Brothers are facing a significant slump, particularly against the Wei Chuan Dragons, but manager Hirano Keiichi suggests the team's difficulties are not confined to this single opponent. The Brothers have a dismal 3-12 record against the Dragons this season and are currently on an eight-game losing streak in their matchups.

"It's not just that we're not good against Wei Chuan," Hirano stated, acknowledging the team's struggles. He stressed that regardless of the opponent, every game demands maximum effort. The current eight-game losing streak against the Dragons, in particular, necessitates finding a way to secure a victory.

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It's not just that we're not good against Wei Chuan.

Hirano emphasized the importance of focusing on each individual game and making necessary corrections. "There are no shortcuts to winning," he said, highlighting that improvement comes from addressing details in every match. The team must find ways to break this losing streak.

He pointed to the previous game as an example, where the Brothers managed to tie the score at 2-2 in the fifth inning with a double by Chen Chun-Hsiu. However, in the bottom of the same inning, pitcher Win Knight failed to control the runners, allowing Chang Cheng-Yu to steal second base. Liu Chi-Hung then hit an RBI single, giving Wei Chuan a 4-2 lead. Hirano felt this was a critical moment, especially after the team had just fought back to tie the score, and the team needed to execute better in such situations.

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There are no shortcuts to winning.