Hao-Yu Lee sets MLB record for home runs by Taiwanese player

Hao-Yu Lee hit his 10th home run of the season during the Tigers' 11-8 victory over the White Sox on September 18, 2026, making him the single-season home run leader among Taiwanese-born Major League players. His two-run homer in the eighth inning tied the game at 8-8, helping Detroit overcome a six-run deficit. Lee, who also contributed three hits and three RBIs, broke the previous record held by Yu Chang, who had hit nine home runs in a season. This adds to Lee's earlier accomplishment of surpassing Chang's record for the most hits by a Taiwanese player in a season. Lee's performance reflects his ongoing development as he adjusts to Major League pitching and plays a vital role in the Tigers' future assessments at second base.

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