Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang (莊陳仲敖) is a 25-year-old right-handed pitcher in the Oakland Athletics minor league system. Recently promoted back to Triple-A (Las Vegas Aviators) after a brief stint in Double-A for adjustment. In his Triple-A return on May 7, 2026, he delivered a quality start with 6 innings pitched, allowing only 3 runs on 3 hits with 2 walks and 1 strikeout. Despite the solid performance, he took the loss as his team fell 2-11. His fastball reached 93.9 mph (151.1 kph). Post-game ERA in Triple-A stands at 7.24. Earlier in the season, he started in Triple-A but was demoted after struggling in 2 appearances (7.2 IP, 9 ER). He has been working to stabilize his performance and continues to pursue his path to MLB.
Strengths
- + Quality start performance in Triple-A return (6 IP, 3 R)
- + Efficient pitch count (73 pitches through 6 innings)
- + Solid fastball velocity (93.9 mph)
- + Demonstrated ability to limit hits (3 hits in 6 innings)
- + Successfully navigated multiple innings without allowing runs in several frames
- + Prospect with MLB experience and upside
- + Promoted back to Triple-A showing organizational confidence
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Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang is a sp for the Athletics.
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