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Former CPBL star Chen Yi-hsin, known for his powerful pitching motion and velocity that earned him the nickname "Weekend Knife Thrower", became Deputy Minister of the Council of Indigenous Peoples last year. Recently, he donated treasured memorabilia from his baseball career to a collection belonging to the Veterans Affairs Council. Many pro-baseball stars were also on hand to witness the historic moment.

Items Chen donated included four highly representative artifacts: the No. 25 jersey from the Chinese Taipei national baseball team pitcher’s glove used in his professional career that marked his 50th win, a Special Grade III medal from the Sports Association, a commemorative plaque awarded by the Veterans Affairs Council for winning the 1978 World Youth Baseball Championship. During his speech, Chen fought back tears as he reminisced about his baseball career.

Chen Yi-hsin
Council of Indigenous Peoples deputy minister
I had prepared my speech last night, but I still couldn’t say it out loud. This story goes back to when my parents were alive. They asked me: If you didn’t play baseball, what would you do? Baseball allowed all Taiwanese people to unite, to share one sport that brought us together. That’s where I grew up. I started playing after watching baseball, but I didn’t know what the future would hold. Without the Veterans Affairs Council, without the RSEA baseball club, I wouldn’t be standing here today.

A long line of fans waited for Chen’s autograph. Known as the “Weekend Knife Thrower”, Chen hails from the Amis tribe in Hualien. He was the ace pitcher during the Brother Elephants’ three consecutive championships, twice named CPBL MVP, and set records of 22 wins and 23 complete games in a single season. He also played for Japan’s Chunichi Dragons. Now, he serves as the Deputy Minister of the Council of Indigenous Peoples.

Chen Yi-hsin
Council of Indigenous Peoples deputy minister
The most memorable was receiving the Special Grade Medal, the highest honor in baseball at the time. It wasn’t easy. Today I feel so moved—so many medals, like decorations earned through years of dedication. It feels like sending a daughter off to marriage: reluctant, but knowing she has found a good home.

Baseball stars such as Chou Szu-chi and Chang Tai-shan attended the event as well.

Chang Tai-shan
Baseball star
I’m very grateful. Seeing a senior player who remembers to give back is something we younger players truly admire.

Chen Yi-hsin
Council of Indigenous Peoples deputy minister
I hope young players won’t just be as good as me—they should be even better. The baseball environment now is better than before. But remember: keep working hard. No matter what, keep going. Always remember the spirit of ‘be humble in victory, resilient in defeat.

Through this donation, Chen Yi-Hsin hopes to inspire young athletes to chase their dreams.

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