By Jason Pan / Staff reporterTaiwan face tough battles for three straight days starting tomorrow in Group B of the Premier 12 tournament, hosting Japan, Venezuela and Puerto Rico as they chase a berth at next year’s Tokyo Olympics. Hong named several top Taiwanese pitchers, including top-rated closer C.C. Group B opens tomorrow with Japan playing Venezuela at 6pm in Taoyuan, while Taiwan host Puerto Rico at 6:30pm in Taichung. Taiwan pitching coach Wang Chien-ming, a former New York Yankees pitcher, called on players to go all-out to win their opener. “A victory will bolster the team spirit and lift the enthusiasm of fans at the ballpark.”On Wednesday, Japan face Puerto Rico at 6pm in Taoyuan, while Taiwan play Venezuela at 6:30pm in Taichung.

Source: Taipei Times November 03, 2019 16:01 UTC