Slugger Lee Hao-yu withdraws ahead of WBC openerStaff writer, with CNAInfielder Lee Hao-yu, the Detroit Tigers' No. 6 prospect, today withdrew from the World Baseball Classic (WBC) due to health concerns, just hours before Taiwan's Pool C opener against Australia. The CPBL, which coordinated the national team roster, said in a statement that the Tigers made the final call to pull Lee from the tournament. Taiwan infielder Lee Hao-yu, right, the Detroit Tigers' No. Lee, 23, is a versatile infielder known for his slugging power at second and third base.

Source: Taipei Times March 05, 2026 03:42 UTC