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Newsweek
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
MLB News: Former Cubs, Orioles Pitcher Announces Sudden Retirement
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Dan Straily, a veteran of eight major league seasons, and 17 seasons overall in four different countries, has announced his retirement. Straily, 36, last pitched in the majors for the Baltimore Orioles in 2019, and had appeared in eight Mexican League games in the 2025 season. More news: Yankees World Series Champion, St. Louis' Last AL All-Star, Dies at 97 "After 17 unforgettable years in professional baseball, I've decided it's time to officially retire from the game I've loved since I was a kid," Straily wrote in an Instagram post Saturday. Straily retires with a 44-40 record at the major league level for the Oakland A's (2012-14), Chicago Cubs (2014), Houston Astros (2015), Cincinnati Reds (2016), Miami Marlins (2017-18), and Orioles (2019). He also spent time in the San Diego Padres (2016), Philadelphia Phillies (2019), and Arizona Diamondbacks (2022) organizations. Pitcher Straily Dan #58 of Lotte Giants throws in the bottom of the first inning during the KBO League game between SSG Landers and Lotte Giants at SSG Landers Field on April 4, 2021 in... Pitcher Straily Dan #58 of Lotte Giants throws in the bottom of the first inning during the KBO League game between SSG Landers and Lotte Giants at SSG Landers Field on April 4, 2021 in Incheon, South Korea. More Han Myung-Gu/Getty Images Straily's last stint in affiliated baseball came with the Cubs in 2024. He made 17 appearances with Triple-A Iowa, going 1-7 with a 5.49 ERA before he was released in August. With the Diablos Rojos of the independent Mexican League, Straily was 1-2 with a 9.00 ERA in 32 innings this season. More news: Former Cubs, Cardinals Outfielder Who Made St. Louis History Passes Away A 24th-round draft pick by the A's out of Marshall in 2009, Straily debuted three years later with Oakland. In his first full season, 2013, Straily went 10-8 with a 3.96 ERA in 27 starts. Straily was traded to the Cubs along with Addison Russell in the deal that sent Jason Hammel and Jeff Samardzija to Oakland in July 2014. Russell would go on to become part of the Cubs' 2016 World Series title team, along with Dexter Fowler — whom the Cubs acquired for Straily in a January 2015 trade with the Houston Astros. More news: MLB News: 3-Time All-Star Announces Sudden Retirement After spending most of the 2015 season with the Astros' Triple-A affiliate, Straily was traded again — this time to the San Diego Padres, in March 2016, for catcher Erik Kratz. Straily was waived by the Padres and claimed by the Reds three days later. Just when his career appeared to be wavering, Straily turned in the best season of his career: a surprising 14-8 campaign with a 3.76 ERA (113 ERA+) for Cincinnati. More news: 12-Year MLB Bench Boss Slams Door on Return to Managing In addition to the best ERA and won-loss record of his career, Straily's 2016 season also saw him notch career-highs in innings (191.1), games (34), starts (31) and a career-low 1.186 WHIP. In January 2017, Straily found himself traded for yet another future All-Star; the Marlins sent right-hander Luis Castillo, along with pitcher Austin Brice and a low-level minor leaguer, to Cincinnati in a particularly regrettable trade. More news: Braves Might Make One Player Available at Trade Deadline: Report Straily went 15-15 with a 4.20 ERA (93 ERA+) in two seasons with the Marlins. He went 2-4 with a 9.82 ERA in 2019 with the Orioles, in what ultimately proved to be his final big league season. "When I was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in 2009, I never could have imagined the journey baseball would take me on," Straily wrote on Instagram. "From making my Major League debut with the A's in 2012, to pitching for the Cubs, Astros, Reds, Marlins, and Orioles - every uniform I put on represented another step in a dream come true. I'm proud to have thrown over 800 innings in the big leagues, faced some of the best hitters in the world, and competed at the highest level for parts of 8 seasons." For more MLB news, visit Newsweek Sports.
Express Tribune
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, renowned for 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal', dies at 43
South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, born Song Soo Yeon, has passed away at the age of 43. Her death was publicly announced by her manager via Instagram. No cause of death has been disclosed. The post revealed she had passed away on June 20. 'Our radiant, beautiful, lovely and kind sister became a star in the sky,' the manager wrote, asking fans to pray for her peaceful rest. The news has brought quiet sorrow to fans and peers in the Korean entertainment industry. Lee began her acting career in her 30s, debuting in 2013 with 'Hur Jun, The Original Story.' She gained attention a year later through her compelling performance in the television drama 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal.' Known for her subtle and emotional acting, she went on to appear in several other dramas, including 'Killing Romance,' 'The King,' 'The Royal Tailor,' and 'Scarlet Innocence.' Her final role was in the romantic comedy 'The Divorce Insurance,' where she acted alongside Lee Dong Wook, Lee Da Hee, and Lee Kwang Soo. Lee's life extended far beyond the screen. A graduate of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Czech and Slovak, she later pursued further studies at Pusan National University. A true polymath, she also ran a flower shop and often shared peaceful moments from her life on social media. Her love for baseball was also well-known; she was a loyal fan of the Lotte Giants and often voiced her support online.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lee Seo Yi passes away at 43: All you need to know about the South Korean actress
The sudden passing of South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, also known by her birth name Song Soo Yeon , at the age of 43 has left fans and the industry in utter grief. Apart from the headline, there lies a story of a woman who lived with great elegance, artistic passion, and a heart full of warmth and love. A late bloomer with lasting impact Lee Seo Yi was born on April 18, 1982, and didn't follow the standard path to stardom. She began her acting career when she was in her 30s, starting with her debut in the drama 'Hur Jun, The Original Story,' which was in the year 2013. Her success hit in 2014 with " Cheongdam-dong Scandal ," where both viewers and critics were drawn to her nuanced performance. She developed a portfolio of diverse characters over the years by appearing in dramas such as ' Killing Romance ,' 'The King,' 'The Royal Tailor,' and 'Scarlet Innocence.' She co starred with Lee Dong Wook, Lee Da Hee, and Lee Kwang Soo in her last role in the romantic comedy ' The Divorce Insurance .' A life rooted in simplicity and soul Lee Seo Yi was more than an actress; she was a scholar, a florist, and a lover of life's quiet joys. She studied Czech and Slovak at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and later continued her education at Pusan National University. Her artistic inner self, which she represented through her flower shop and shared on social media, where she frequently shared lovely moments from her everyday life, was the ideal complement to her logical self. She was also an avid supporter of the Busan-based baseball team known as the ' Lotte Giants ,' and she frequently expressed her passion on the internet. A quiet star who shone bright Even though she was not a very well-known actress, Lee Seo Yi was adored in every project she worked on. Her story is a reminder that success doesn't always have to be loud; it can be graceful, kind, and simply human.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Red Velvet Wendy's transformation worries fans; sparks concerns over ‘thin appearance' – Read and find out
Red Velvet member Wendy, who is known as the powerhouse vocalist of the group, has garnered a lot of attention from Korean netizens recently. The idol, who was given the chance to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants, went viral after videos and photos from the event were shared online. Red Velvet Wendy 's appearance sparks concerns among fans Wendy, on June 22, went on to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants at their first game of the season. Photos and videos of the idol from the event went viral; however, they caused a lot of concern amongst Korean fans and netizens alike for her 'thin appearance.' Many praised her looks and her weight loss journey; however, a lot of other K-netizens and fans showed concern as well. A lot of people called the idol's frame and drastic weight loss 'unnatural' and 'worrying' and expressed concerns over how she may not be healthy. Netizens react and share their opinions online Korean netizens took to social media platforms and fan forums to share their concern over the idol's sudden change in appearance. Many cited that they could not even recognise her from her past photos. One fan commented on a fan forum post about Wendy that she looks like she has serious body image issues… It's kind of sad. And honestly, that super skinny look doesn't suit her face or frame. She'd look better with a bit more weight on her. Another fan showed concern and stated, 'How does she sing with such a powerful voice despite being that skinny? It's wild. I watched her busking performance, and she sang so well. She's gorgeous too.' Another K-netizen commented on her viral photos, stating, 'She was already thin in a past photo, but now that she's lost even more weight, that sunshine-like image of hers is gone, which is kind of a shame…"
