MLB: Taiwanese slugger Li Hao-yu goes hitless in two at-bats, Tigers win 6-1

Taiwanese slugger Li Hao-yu started at second base for the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday but had a quiet day at the plate, going hitless in two at-bats. This marks his third consecutive game without a hit, with his batting average now standing at .246.

Li's first opportunity with runners on base came in the bottom of the first inning with the bases loaded. Facing pitcher Jeffrey Springs, Li swung at an outside slider and hit a ground ball to third base. While he reached safely on a fielder's choice, the runner from third was thrown out at home, preventing Li from recording an RBI.

In his second at-bat during the third inning, Li again faced Springs and lined out to second base. He was scheduled to bat in the fifth inning, but the Athletics brought in a right-handed pitcher, prompting the Tigers to use a pinch hitter for Li.

The Tigers ultimately secured a 6-1 victory over the Athletics. Pitcher Troy Melton was credited with the win, throwing 5.1 scoreless innings and striking out nine batters. The Tigers extended their lead in the fifth inning with a three-run home run by Spencer Torkelson.