Tigers' Hao-Yu Lee sets record for most hits by Taiwanese player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 11:22 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Hao-Yu Lee made history on August 18, by hitting his 55th single in the Tigers' 8-5 win over the opposition. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by Yu Chang. Lee reached base five times during the game, also becoming the first Taiwanese player to accomplish this feat. Despite his groundbreaking performance, Lee expressed that his focus remains on improving his game rather than legacy. He continues to approach his rookie season with a mindset geared toward personal growth and contribution in MLB.
- •Hao-Yu Lee hits 55th single, surpassing Yu Chang's record.
- •Tigers win 8-5 against their opponent.
- •Lee is the first Taiwanese player to reach base five times in a game.
- •He aims to become a strong player in MLB, not just for Taiwan.
- 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Hao-Yu Lee sets single-season hit record for Taiwanese players
"Hao-Yu Lee, on a night where he reached base five times, whacked his 55th hit of his rookie season Monday in the Tigers’ 8-5 win.
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