Chang Yu-cheng undergoes successful elbow surgery, ready to return to peak form.

During the offseason, Fubon Guardians star Zhang Yucheng underwent a major physical repair and adjustment. After a prolonged period of pain, he recently had successful surgery to remove bone spurs from his right elbow. Zhang expressed great surprise and excitement about the outcome, describing the treatment as if he had a brand‑new arm, completely freeing him from the pain and discomfort he previously experienced when throwing. This medical breakthrough not only resolved a long‑standing physical issue but also injected a renewed sense of confidence into his career, allowing him to approach the upcoming season with 100 % health.

Looking back over recent seasons, injuries have consistently been a key variable affecting Zhang’s performance. As a Taiwanese hitter who once showcased powerful hitting on the Major League Baseball stage, he carries significant responsibilities on both offense and defense. However, the elbow bone spurs have tormented him, causing intense pain during throws and impacting his swing mechanics and fluidity. To pursue a long‑term career and deliver a dominant performance befitting his value, Zhang and his medical team, along with the Guardians, carefully evaluated and ultimately decided to have the surgery during the offseason, eliminating this potential injury risk.

With the surgery a success and the wound gradually healing, Zhang’s next steps are already set. He plans to begin a trip to the United States for training in December of this year. The primary purpose of this trip is to reacquaint himself with the familiar training environment and regain the most effective hitting style he once mastered. In past Major League and international competitions, Zhang’s powerful swing and speed earned fan approval, but injury and readjustment after returning to Taiwan caused a brief period of swing modification. With the arm now healed, he hopes that professional training teams in the U.S. will help him restore his body