Taoyuan's foreign pitchers click; coach lauds Wick, Daowei's power signals future

The Taoyuan Monkeys have displayed a promising development this season in the Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL): the growing impact of their foreign‑player combination. In recent games, the club’s two overseas imports, Wick and Dao Wei‑Sheng, have each shown their capabilities, raising fan expectations for the team’s overall strength.

Wick’s performance in today’s contest underscored the potency of the pairing. He recorded three hits and drove in two runs, demonstrating top‑level skill. Dao Wei‑Sheng also made a notable showing, delivering a long ball despite not registering a hit, which many observers interpreted as a sign of his emerging power.

Head Coach Zeng Haoju told reporters that he is pleased with the foreign‑player combo, especially Wick’s continued excellence. “Wick’s talent has always been impressive, and today’s display only heightens our expectations. Dao Wei‑Sheng’s long‑ball effort shows he is ready to contribute,” Zeng said. He added that he is not concerned about Dao’s lack of RBIs so far, noting, “As long as we maintain good conditions, the runs will come. Dao’s ability is evident, and I believe he will keep delivering.”

Zeng’s remarks reflect strong confidence in the foreign‑player tandem and considerable recognition of Dao’s potential. This optimism has sparked renewed hope among supporters that the duo will play a key role in the Monkeys’ pursuit of victories.

The Monkeys have performed admirably this season, currently occupying a spot among the top three teams in the league standings. Under Zeng’s leadership and the collective effort of the roster, the club has become one of the CPBL’s leading contenders. Today’s game further validated the team’s strength, as both Wick and Dao Wei‑Sheng contributed to the positive outcome and reinforced fans’ optimism for future success.

Coach Zeng also cautioned that the CPBL’s competition is intense, with every game potentially deciding a win or loss. “We must keep working hard and never relax. If we stay in good shape, we can achieve even better results,” he said, urging supporters to continue backing the Monkeys.

In summary, the foreign‑player combination of Wick and Dao Wei‑Sheng has emerged as a focal point of fan interest, and their continued performance is expected to bolster the Taoyuan Monkeys’ quest for victories throughout the season. (Source: Central News Agency)