Fubon Guardians demote pitcher Aaron Wilkerson to minors after winless run

Aaron Wilkerson, the foreign pitcher for the Fubon Guardians, was moved to the club's minor‑league squad after a season that yielded just one win in five starts (1‑4 record, 5.14 ERA). Wilkerson opened the season with a victory on March 29 but suffered elbow fatigue and inflammation that required lengthy rehab. When he returned in July, he posted two losses in three starts, prompting the club’s management to note, “We spent a lot of money on his contract, so we can’t just cut him.”

In a recent game, Lotte Marines’ foreign pitcher Adam Walker delivered a two‑run homer in the sixth inning, helping the team secure a 2‑0 win over the Guardians. Walker said he enjoys the festive atmosphere of CPBL games. The match also featured a strong performance by rookie starter Lin Ziwai, who threw six scoreless innings.

Meanwhile, the Wei Chuan Dragons highlighted the impact of their foreign‑pitcher rotation in a weekly recap, noting that five overseas arms contributed to an ERA+ of 136.9 for the team, though defensive errors remain a concern. The Dragons continue to rely on this “five‑foreign‑package” strategy as the season progresses.