2024 CPBL Home Run Leaders: Steven Moya Finishes Season with 30 Home Runs

A home run is a hit in which the batter scores by circling all bases, typically by hitting the ball out of the field in fair territory. It is a key measure of a player’s power-hitting ability.

The 2024 CPBL season showcased a fierce home run race, culminating with Steven Moya’s dominant performance. The TSG Hawks slugger demonstrated consistent power throughout the season, finishing with a league-leading 30 home runs. His ability to deliver crucial hits cemented his role as the core of the Hawks’ offense.

Wei Chuan Dragons’ Giljegiljaw Kungkuan emerged as the top domestic hitter with 23 home runs, impressing with late-season surges that helped boost his team’s standings. Lin An-ko of the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions rounded out the top three with 20 home runs, establishing himself as one of the most promising young hitters in the league.

The CTBC Brothers boasted a deep lineup, with players like Chen Tzu-hao (17 HR), Tseng Song-en (10 HR), and Chang Chih-hao (9 HR) contributing significantly. Similarly, Rakuten Monkeys saw balanced power from Chu Yu-hsien (12 HR), Chen Chen-wei (10 HR), and Lin Hung-yu (9 HR). Fubon Guardians’ top slugger Chang Yu-cheng reached double digits as well with 10 home runs.

A notable trend this season was the rise of younger and less-established players who delivered in key moments. Players like Tseng Tzu-yu (TSG Hawks), Chu Hsiang-lin (Wei Chuan Dragons), and Liao Chien-fu (Rakuten Monkeys) showed flashes of potential, hinting at the next generation of CPBL power hitters.

Overall, the season reflected both the dominance of foreign power hitters and the growing impact of local talents. Teams like CTBC Brothers and Rakuten Monkeys benefited from wide offensive contributions, not solely relying on their middle lineup. Compared to previous years, the league saw a slight increase in slugging percentages and home run totals, adding excitement to the competition.