Taiwanese pitcher Wang Yen-Cheng aims for 10th win today, free to watch on DAZN
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taiwanese left-handed pitcher Wang Yen-Cheng is set to start for the Hanwha Eagles today, aiming for his 10th win of the season in a game against the Samsung Lions.
- The game will be available for free viewing via DAZN online registration, allowing fans to support the "Taiwan Prince."
- Wang has had a strong season with the Eagles, boasting a 9-4 record and a 3.54 ERA, leading the team in wins and innings pitched.
Taiwanese left-handed pitcher Wang Yen-Cheng is scheduled to take the mound for the Hanwha Eagles today, aiming to secure his 10th victory of the season. The 25-year-old hurler will face the Samsung Lions in an away game in Daegu, with the match scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM Taiwan time.
Fans eager to watch Wang, often referred to as the "Taiwan Prince," can do so for free. DAZN has announced that registration will grant access to a live online stream of the game, encouraging supporters to tune in and cheer for their national player.
Since joining the Hanwha Eagles this season with an annual salary of $100,000 USD (approximately 3.2 million TWD), Wang has delivered an impressive performance. He currently holds a 9-4 win-loss record with a 3.54 earned run average. Across 104.1 innings pitched, he has recorded 81 strikeouts, leading his team in key statistics such as wins and innings pitched.
Should Wang achieve his 10th win today, he would not only potentially tie for the league lead in victories but also become the first foreign Asian pitcher in the KBO (Korea Baseball Organization) to reach double-digit wins in a single season. This milestone would further solidify his successful debut in the league.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.