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Wang Chien-ming slams bullpen phone shut in frustration; manufacturer offers to let him 'vent forcefully'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brothers' pitching coach Wang Chien-ming reacted angrily by slamming a waterproof box shut after a call to the bullpen during a loss to the Uni-Lions.
  • The incident occurred after the bullpen issued eight walks, including three consecutive ones in the ninth inning.
  • The manufacturer of the waterproof box, who was at the game, offered to replace it, stating the box is very sturdy.

Brothers' pitching coach Wang Chien-ming displayed rare anger during a game against the Uni-Lions on June 2, slamming a waterproof box shut after a phone call to the bullpen. The team suffered its 30th loss of the season, falling to the Uni-Lions at the Taipei Dome.

The box is very sturdy, please brother vent your anger, no problem.

— Waterproof box manufacturerThe manufacturer of the waterproof box, who was attending the game, commented on social media after seeing pitcher coach Wang Chien-ming slam the box shut.

The incident drew attention as Wang, known for his calm demeanor, slammed the phone shut with considerable force. Broadcasters noted they had never seen him react this way. The bullpen had issued eight walks throughout the game, with pitcher Lu Meng-yang giving up three consecutive walks in the ninth inning before Wang's outburst.

Adding a peculiar twist, the manufacturer of the waterproof box, who happened to be attending the game, posted on social media. "The waterproof box that Taiwan's pride Chien-ming brother angrily smashed is made by me," the post read. "The box is very sturdy, please brother vent your anger, no problem."

We have never seen Wang Chien-ming react like this.

— Chen Chieh-sheng and Lin Po-yuThe broadcasters commented on Wang Chien-ming's rare display of anger during the game.

The manufacturer's post quickly gained traction among fans, with many joking about the "product placement" and wishing the company booming sales. A photo of the damaged box, showing a bent lock tongue, was also shared by someone claiming to be stadium staff. The manufacturer responded, "No problem, it's a small matter."

The lock tongue is bent and deformed.

— Stadium staff memberA stadium staff member shared a photo of the damaged waterproof box.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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