Hao Yu Lee hails from Taiwan, where the Phillies signed him in June 2021 for $500,000. Thanks to Phillies scout Sal Agostinelli watching him at the WBSC U-18 World Cup in 2019, the Phillies have a second baseman for the future.
He plays with players older than him and is a formidable athlete.
In his first few games in 2021, Lee slashed .364 BA/ .440 OBP/ .773 SLG.
He impressed the executives, especially Farm Director Preston Mattingly, who believes Lee is advanced for his age and great instincts.
In 2022, from Rookie Ball to High-A, Lee slashed .