CPBL Foreign Players Updates Volume #169
Fubon Guardians News: Unnamed Hitter
Incoming foreign hitter for the Guardians, and based on the latest rumour, it could be Eduardo Núñez!
On April 6, during the game between the Uni-Lions and Fubon Guardians, the MOMO TV broadcaster hinted the Guardians had signed a new foreign position player and will make the announcement in the next few days.
According to Marc Tien during the broadcast, the yet to be named foreign hitter has extensive MLB experience. He is a well-known infielder and can play second base, third base and shortstop.
Shortly after, Liberty Sports published an article with their clues on this yet to be named foreign hitter. He has more than ten years of MLB experience under his belt and played for multiple organisations, including the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. During his time in the MLB, he primarily served as a utility player.
According to MOMOTV broadcaster, the Fubon Guardians have signed a new foreign hitter and will make the announcement soon. #CPBL
Here are some clues about the Guardians new foreign position player. ?
– Extensive MLB experience
– Well known infielder
– Able to play 2B, SS, 3B pic.twitter.com/qPhT7jvCE4— CPBL STATS ♥️ #95 (@GOCPBL) April 6, 2021
Is Eduardo Núñez the New Foreign Hitter?
With all the clues, the Taiwanese netizens immediately put on their detective’s cap and came up with a few potential names. At this stage, all signs are pointing at 33-year-old infielder Eduardo Núñez.
When asked by the media, the Fubon Guardians confirmed they had found a new foreign hitter, but declined to comment on his name.
Further Readings
Foreign players come and goes, therefore we compiled a foreign players tracker to keep track of all the foreign players signing for the 2021 CPBL season.