Wang Chien-ming
Wang Chien-ming is a former Taiwanese professional baseball pitcher who achieved significant success in Major League Baseball (MLB), primarily with the New York Yankees. Known for his exceptional sinker and pitching prowess, Wang was the first Taiwanese pitcher to achieve stardom in the MLB, earning accolades including an All-Star selection and multiple 19-win seasons. He holds the record for the most career wins by a Taiwanese pitcher in the MLB, with 68 wins. Wang's impact on baseball in Taiwan has inspired a new generation of players, solidifying his legacy in the sport.
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Wang Chien-Ming established the Kyushinkai and held a 'Future of Baseball Conference' to discuss the promotion of the sport.
王貞治さん設立の球心会が「野球の未来会議」開催 普及へ意見交わす：朝日新聞
Japan· 2025-12-10The Taiwanese Heritage Day at Yankee Stadium highlights the connection Taiwan has to the team, dating back to the era of Taiwanese pitcher Wang Chien-ming.
New York Yankees celebrate Taiwanese Heritage Day
Taiwan· 2025-09-11
Wang Chien-ming was named as a pitching coach for Taiwan’s WBC team.
Taiwan manager Tseng Hao-jiu unveils WBC coachesTaiwan· 2025-08-27
Wang Chien-ming is another prominent Taiwanese player who made it to the MLB.
SPEAK UP: Teng Kai-wei, Cheng Tsung-che break into MLB (2/2) 鄧愷威、鄭宗哲接力上大聯盟（下）Taiwan· 2025-08-22
Wang Chien-ming, a former Taiwanese pitcher, was invited to throw the first pitch at the event but declined due to his coaching schedule.
Yankees set to host Taiwanese Heritage DayTaiwan· 2025-07-08
Wang Chien-ming served as a guest pitching coach for Palau’s national baseball team to help them prepare for an upcoming regional multi-sport event.
Taiwan’s Wang Chien-ming guest coaches Palau teamTaiwan· 2025-04-30
Wang Chien-ming is noted as the Taiwanese pitcher with the most career wins in the MLB, with 68 wins.
Baseball star Chen Wei-yin to retireTaiwan· 2025-02-26