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Li Dong-ming's Pitching Prowess Earns Him League-Leading Wins; Coach Cites Strategy Shift

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

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  • Fubon Guardians pitcher Li Dong-ming earned his sixth win of the season, becoming the fastest pitcher in team history to reach this milestone.
  • Head coach Goto Mitsutaka attributed Li's success to improved pitching strategy, better control within the strike zone, and excellent physical condition.
  • Li Dong-ming expressed his determination to break the opposing team's winning streak and credited his improved performance this season to increased confidence in his breaking pitches.

Fubon Guardians' new ace Li Dong-ming dominated on the mound, pitching 6.1 scoreless innings with 8 strikeouts to secure his sixth win of the season. This victory, achieved in just 8 starts, sets a new club record for the fastest accumulation of wins and solidifies his reputation as the team's top local pitcher. His earned run average now stands at a league-leading 1.83.

Li Dong-ming's pitching strategy has changed a lot this year. He can compete with batters within the strike zone, and his physical condition is excellent.

· Goto MitsutakaFubon Guardians head coach Goto Mitsutaka explaining the reasons behind Li Dong-ming's success.

Head coach Goto Mitsutaka highlighted Li's significant evolution this season, pointing to his refined pitching strategy, ability to challenge hitters within the strike zone, and consistently good physical health as key factors in his transformation into a winning pitcher. "Li Dong-ming's pitching strategy has changed a lot this year," Goto stated. "He can compete with batters within the strike zone, and his physical condition is excellent."

Li Dong-ming, who previously had a losing record with 6 wins and 12 losses over five years, has turned his season around with a remarkable 6-1 start. He acknowledged the challenge of facing a hot-hitting team but remained focused on executing pre-game strategies. "It's time for someone to break their winning streak; we can't let them keep going," Li said, aiming to disrupt the opponents' momentum.

It's time for someone to break their winning streak; we can't let them keep going.

· Li Dong-mingFubon Guardians pitcher Li Dong-ming on his team's strategy against an in-form opponent.

Reflecting on the record-breaking win pace, Li admitted he doesn't overthink the numbers, focusing instead on preparing for each inning. He also noted a personal shift in his approach, expressing greater trust in his breaking pitches rather than relying solely on fastballs. "I believe in my breaking balls more this season, not just attacking hitters with fastballs," he explained as a potential reason for his current success.

I believe in my breaking balls more this season, not just attacking hitters with fastballs.

· Li Dong-mingFubon Guardians pitcher Li Dong-ming on his improved pitching approach this season.
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