Chien-Ming Wang

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Wang's peak was nothing short of remarkable. He led the American League in wins in back-to-back seasons, a feat few pitchers achieve. His 2006 Cy Young runner-up finish highlighted his dominance, and he remains a trailblazer for Taiwanese players in MLB. His career, though shortened by injuries, is remembered for its brilliance and resilience.

AwardsWang's career accolades include leading the American League in wins in 2006 and 2007, finishing as the Cy Young Award runner-up in 2006, and earning a sixth-place finish in 2007. He was not selected to an All-Star Game but remains one of the most successful Taiwanese pitchers in MLB history.

Honours & Distinctions

Pioneering Taiwanese MLB Player

MLB·2005

Third player from Taiwan to reach Major League Baseball

Records & Feats

First Taiwanese pitcher to lead AL in wins

Historic First·2006

In 2006, Wang became the first Taiwanese-born pitcher to lead the American League in wins, achieving 19 victories.

Back-to-back 19-win seasons

Career Milestone·2006-2007

Wang recorded 19 wins in both 2006 and 2007, a rare feat in Yankees history.