Yu Chang
Born: 8/18/1995 in Taitung City, Taitung, Taiwan
MLB Debut: 2019-06-28 | Final Game: 2022-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Yu-Cheng Chang
Biography
Yu Chang, born in 1995, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2019 to 2022. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Chang appeared in 235 games throughout his career, demonstrating a blend of power and speed. He recorded 121 hits, including 20 home runs and 79 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .204. Chang also showcased his agility on the bases, finishing his career with 5 stolen bases.
Emerging during a competitive era in baseball, Chang's career unfolded amid a dynamic landscape characterized by an emphasis on power-hitting and defensive versatility. While he faced challenges at the plate, his contributions as a role player were significant, particularly in providing depth to the teams he played for. His journey through the majors highlighted the importance of adaptability in a sport that continues to evolve, and he remains a notable figure for his perseverance and dedication to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 235 | 594 | 72 | 121 | 24 | 4 | 20 | 79 | 5 | 43 | 188 | 0.204 | 0.265 | 0.359 | 0.624 | -1161.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 28 | 73 | 8 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 11 | 22 | 0.178 | -316.8 |
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 10 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 89 | 237 | 32 | 54 | 14 | 3 | 9 | 39 | 1 | 11 | 69 | 0.228 | -316.2 |
| 2022 | BOS | AL | 11 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | CLE | AL | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | PIT | NL | 18 | 42 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | TBR | AL | 36 | 96 | 11 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 27 | 0.260 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | BOS | AL | 39 | 105 | 12 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 0.162 | -476.1 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13.50 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 60 | 47 | 351 | 28 | 3 | 35 |
| 2B | 57 | 34 | 62 | 98 | 4 | 15 |
| 3B | 57 | 37 | 21 | 65 | 1 | 11 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 68 | 47 | 65 | 125 | 1 | 32 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CLE | 3B | 25 | 21 | 10 | 32 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | CLE | SS | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | CLE | 2B | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | CLE | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CLE | SS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | CLE | 1B | 49 | 41 | 296 | 22 | 3 | 28 |
| 2021 | CLE | 2B | 8 | 3 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | CLE | 3B | 21 | 13 | 11 | 26 | 1 | 9 |
| 2021 | CLE | SS | 7 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | BOS | 2B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | BOS | SS | 7 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | CLE | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | CLE | 2B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | PIT | 1B | 5 | 5 | 40 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | PIT | 2B | 11 | 6 | 14 | 21 | 1 | 5 |
| 2022 | TBA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | TBA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | TBA | 2B | 26 | 16 | 34 | 42 | 1 | 6 |
| 2022 | TBA | 3B | 6 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | TBA | SS | 9 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | BOS | 2B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | BOS | SS | 33 | 30 | 37 | 74 | 1 | 23 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| First Base | 60 |
| Second Base | 57 |
| Third Base | 57 |
| Shortstop | 68 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |