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Fox Sports
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Last Night in Baseball: Tarik Skubal goes Maddux, historically so
There is always baseball happening — almost too much baseball for one person to handle themselves. That's why we're here to help, though, by sifting through the previous days' games, and figuring out what you missed, but shouldn't have. Here are all the best moments from the weekend in Major League Baseball: Skubal knows how to throw that ball Sunday was a big game for the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians in more ways than one. In the present, the Guardians were trying to complete a four-game sweep and put more pressure on the first-place Tigers. Looking back to 1901, the winner would also break a 1,161-all tie between the two franchises. With those kinds of stakes, it only seems fitting that Tigers ace Tarik Skubal decided to have a historic outing of his own. The 28-year-old Cy Young winner threw the first complete game of his career in a 5-0 win for Detroit. Not only that, but Skubal accomplished a "Maddux," which means he recorded a complete-game shutout and needed fewer than 100 pitches to do it. (The stat was named for, as you have probably deduced, Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux.) But that's not all! Skubal's final pitch, his 94th, was his fastest of the afternoon, and as such, he became one of three pitchers to ever hit 102 mph 75+ pitches into a start, taking the lead there by 0.2 mph. He also struck out 13 batters, the most ever in a Maddux game. So maybe we should start calling it a "Skubal" now? Enright makes a heartwarming debut Opposing Skubal in Sunday's game was Nic Enright, who was making his pro debut. He entered into the game for the Guardians in relief in the seventh, and threw two scoreless innings while racking up three strikeouts of his own in the process. That's not why the debut was notable and heartwarming, however, though it certainly doesn't hurt. No, Enright was diagnosed with cancer – Stage 2 nodular lymphocyte predominant Hodgkin's Lymphoma, per – in December of 2022, but continued to pitch in the minors even as he received treatment. Enright is actually still receiving treatment, as well – he has one more scheduled for November – and was even going to debut in the majors last season, if not for a shoulder injury that cost him time at Triple-A. His family happened to be planning to see him pitch at Triple-A Columbus, per MLB, but his call-up made it so that they could watch him make his debut in the majors, instead. Oneil Cruz just made history On social media, the Pirates described this home run by Oneil Cruz as being "the hardest hit ball in the Statcast era," but they could have just stopped at "hardest hit ball." You haven't seen a ball hit harder than this one, and neither did your parents, or their parents. It's a good thing that thing landed outside the stadium and in the river, too, just to ensure no one ended up struck by a ball going nearly 123 mph. That thing was moving fast even in slow motion. Cruz was actually already the existing record-holder for hardest-hit batted ball, at 122.4 mph, as Sarah Langs noted, and now has three of the top six, with the others belonging to Yankees' slugger Giancarlo Stanton. Stanton is built like a superhero and Cruz stands 6-foot-7 and 240 lbs., so combine that with their wrist speed and you get bombs like that one, that no one else has been capable of. It was a huge weekend for Cruz in general, as he went yard three times – the other two dingers came on Friday – and hit a triple on Saturday in between blasts. He jumped his slugging percentage for the season from .426 to .491 in one weekend – he had been in a bit of homer drought before this series against the Brewers. Speaking of home run droughts Pete Alonso ended his own little power outage on Sunday. After hitting 10 roundtrippers in his first 36 games, he'd gone his last 16 games without the long ball. That changed against the Dodgers, however, in a game the Mets would win 3-1: Alonso's two-run blast in the bottom of the first proved to be the gamewinner for New York. Mayer gets the first of maybe many hits No, no, the Red Sox didn't ask Rafael Devers to move back to third base after Alex Bregman landed on the injured list. Listen, they might have approached every conversation about switching positions the wrong way and repeatedly angered their star on their largest contract, but this time, they avoided the subject entirely, and instead just called up top prospect Marcelo Mayer to fill in. Mayer would debut on Saturday against the Orioles, but go 0-for-4 with three strikeouts on the day in a Red Sox loss. On Sunday, though, Mayer went 2-for-4, with one of the two hits even being a double. Despite getting over the understandable nerves for that second game, it wasn't enough for the Sox, who lost again to Baltimore. Mayer is one of Boston's "Big Three" rookies, along with Roman Anthony and Kristian Campbell. Anthony was named the No. 2 prospect in the minors by MLB before the season, behind Dodgers' rookie Roki Sasaki, while Kristian Campbell sat No. 8 on the same list. The updated in-season list has Mayer as No. 7 now, and Anthony at the top. Campbell started hot but has struggled of late as the majors adjust back to him, but it's pretty clear that the potential for the Red Sox to have fewer frustrating weekends like the one they just had hosting the Orioles is right on the cusp – Anthony is still 21, and hitting the ball well at Triple-A once more, so the time for all three to join the Sox is drawing closer, even if it's not quite here yet. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? 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Irish Examiner
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
'I'm in awe of her every day': Life taught Wicklow's Dean Healy there's no pressure on the pitch
Life, death and football. Dean Healy could write you a book on it all and still have more for a sequel. He's Wicklow's longest serving player, beginning his county career in 2011 under Mick O'Dwyer who passed away last month. In February, Healy's Wicklow colleague Malachy Stone tragically lost his younger brother, Brendan. Healy had already been thinking a lot about mortality, life's bigger picture and how insignificant football really is. Wicklow will play Offaly today in the Tailteann Cup and after beating Longford and pushing Dublin harder than most expected in the Leinster championship, there's talk of a possible upset in Tullamore. But even if they do leave Mickey Harte and his Division 3 champions sickened and defeated, the world will keep on turning. And the St Vincent's Hospital ward in Dublin, where Healy spent every second Thursday with his ill partner Jennifer during her spell of chemotherapy treatment in 2023, will still keep going about its life-saving business. Those were difficult times, the very hardest, and 33-year-old Healy has one particularly remarkable story to recount. It was the Thursday night before they played Limerick in the 2023 Tailteann Cup, early June, and he rang Jennifer on his way home. He'd been considering retirement but felt energised that evening and told her he might go again with Wicklow in 2024. She told him to wait until he got home. "When I arrived home, she was pregnant and there was an immense joy," recalled Healy. "And just as it transpired, she was due in Vincent's the next day to get a lump that she had in her neck biopsied." The diagnosis turned out to be grim. "The tests showed that she had Hodgkin's Lymphoma and that potentially we would have to terminate the child given how early it was," he said. A couple of years on, Healy is a proud father of two now. He watched four-year-old Fiadh recently in her first ballet show at the Mermaid theatre in Bray while one-year-old Aifric is a testament to both good fortune and the resilience of Healy's partner Jennifer who did eventually give birth and, thankfully, completed her own course of treatment. "What I saw from my partner over the last year and a half, starting the situation that she found herself in, still having a little girl to look after and still obviously looking to carry (a pregnancy)," said Healy, pausing to consider it. "Like, you think you love someone and then you see how strong a person can be and it just goes to I'm in awe of her every day." It's wrong, of course, to say that football doesn't matter. It's been a vital release for Healy throughout, though he is aware of its true significance too. He has had some brilliant games for Wicklow in recent seasons, masterminding last year's provincial championship win over Westmeath and starring against Dublin just last month. But he doesn't get too high up or low down nowadays about any of it. "I'm extremely aware of the fortunate position I'm in, I just feel like the last two years, it's almost like a free pass in terms of there's no pressure with anything," he said. "Whatever is going on in your life, you park it at the door for two or three hours that you're there training."
Daily Mail
27-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Woman, 27, issues warning after common symptoms she dismissed turned out to be cancer
A young woman has issued a critical warning after symptoms she dismissed turned out to be a deadly and aggressive form of blood cancer. Penelope Lew was just 27-years-old when she was diagnosed with stage two Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which affects blood cells key to a healthy immune system. Ms Lew started noticing subtle symptoms in January, but brushed them off as the result of a busy routine. 'I had extreme fatigue, but I just thought I was a normal person that was tired. I work full time and I have two dogs so I'm walking every day and running a household,' she said. 'I just thought I was tired like any normal adult, but I was getting extremely out of breath. I signed up to personal training sessions because I thought I was so unfit.' Gradually, she began to notice more peculiar things happening to her body such as problems with breathing and infections under her nails. That same month she developed a 'rash all over my body', that eventually cleared up. 'I was just ignoring it thinking it was nothing. There was something going on underneath that I was just ignoring, but my body was clearly screaming at me to notice,' she added. Two months later, she woke up to find her neck was swollen so significantly she 'thought I had an allergic reaction'. 'I had a significant gut feeling that there was something really sinister going on, but I didn't know what it was,' she said. Around 2,100 people are diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in the UK each year and approximately 311 die from the disease. It is an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a network of vessels and glands spread throughout the body that are responsible for getting rid of waste and fighting infections. The cells develop abnormally and form swellings near the lymph glands, such as in the neck, armpit and groin. The damaged cells also lose their infection-fighting properties, making patients more vulnerable to infection. Hodgkin's lymphoma can develop at any age, but it mostly affects men between 20 and 40 years of age and those over 75. Ms Lew rushed herself to A&E where several tests including an x-ray, ultrasound, blood withdrawn and a CT scan revealed the heartbreaking diagnosis. Doctors sat her in a private room and said: 'I'm really sorry, we think you have lymphoma.' 'My best friend was in the room with me and we shed a few tears. I was in complete shock. You're in your 20s, reasonably fit and well—it's just the last thing you expect to hear,' she added. They had already told her throughout the day that she had a heart murmur and was severely iron deficient. Two weeks later she had a biopsy and a PET scan, which showed the lymphoma was in her neck; five lumps, the largest which was eight centimeters. Urgent chemotherapy was booked just five days later, giving the young woman no time to plan for her future. She shared her grief as she came to terms with the fact she is unlikely to ever be able to have children, as doctors told her there was no time to retrieve or freeze her eggs—a treatment which is commonly offered to young women in similar positions. Radiation from the gruelling drug therapy can damage eggs in the ovaries, potentially causing early menopause and infertility. Some treatments can also reduce the number of eggs available. 'They told me I had no time for fertility treatment before chemo started, which is offered regularly to young women especially who haven't started a family yet. 'I don't know if I'm going to be able to have children in the future now because I wasn't able to have my eggs retrieved and frozen so that I could be aided in fertility treatment in the future.' She is currently undergoing chemotherapy once every fortnight for the next six months. Night sweats, unintentional weight loss, a high temperature, persistent cough and itchy skin are all other, lesser-known symptoms. For some patients, the collection of abnormal cells happens in the abdomen, inside the body, leading to digestive symptoms like indigestion and abdominal pain. Persistent tiredness and excessive bleeding can also be signs, as can pain in the lymph glands after drinking alcohol.
The Irish Sun
24-04-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
I was told I had glandular fever but later given shock diagnosis – I wouldn't wish on worst enemy, says teen DJ
A TALENTED teenage DJ has told how he was diagnosed with a cancer he "wouldn't wish on his worst enemy" after it was initially thought that he had glandular fever. But Rowan O'Neill, 18, is refusing to let cancer stop his career, is staging a marathon dance session for charity, despite undergoing gruelling chemotherapy. Advertisement 3 Rowan was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma 3 The kind-hearted teen is giving back to the Irish Cancer Society Although Rowan endured intensive chemotherapy earlier this week which left him sick and fatigued, the kind-hearted teen is staging the gig to give back to the Irish Cancer Society and all in the Oncology Unit in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, Co. The teen is determined to win his battle against stage four Hodgkin's Lymphoma which he was finally diagnosed with in January, after medics missed his symptoms for almost three years. He says he initially went to medics with a lump in his neck but was told it was glandular fever. A second visit to the doctors, when a "sore" lump appeared under his armpit after Christmas, was dismissed as an infection. Advertisement READ MORE IN HEALTH He said: "After I came back from holidays, I went to the emergency department with my mother and demanded a scan. "After a wait of 18 hours, I was admitted and kept for almost three weeks for tests and treatment after I was told I had cancer. "It had spread to my chest by then and I had a seven centimeter tumour. "Once I was admitted, the doctors were on the ball and I started chemotherapy pretty much straight away. Advertisement Most read in Health "I've had two long and rough chemotherapy sessions and doctors say they will probably give me another two intensive ones because the scan showed the treatment was working. "The treatment is horrible. It's everything you think it is going to be and worse. "I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I'm also losing my hair but it will grow back. I'd rather lose my hair than my life." STAYING POSITIVE Rowan is remaining positive and is now concentrating on helping others by using his skills as a DJ to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society in a 14-hour music session in a barbershop. Advertisement The event will also feature barbers and tattoo artists, as well as face painting for children. Rowan, who has just completed a course in music production, has already raised over €12,000 for the worthy charity. WHAT IS HODGKIN LYMPHOMA? HODGKIN Lymphoma is an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a network of vessels and glands spread throughout your body. The lymphatic system is part of your immune system. Clear fluid called lymph flows through the lymphatic vessels and contains infection-fighting white blood cells, known as lymphocytes. In Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-lymphocytes (a particular type of lymphocyte) start to multiply in an abnormal way and begin to collect in certain parts of the lymphatic system, such as the lymph nodes (glands). The affected lymphocytes lose their infection-fighting properties, making you more vulnerable to infection. The most common symptom of Hodgkin Lymphoma is a painless swelling in a lymph node, usually in the neck, armpit or groin. Hodgkin Lymphoma can develop at any age, but it mostly affects young adults in their early 20s and older adults over the age of 70. Slightly more men than women are affected. He said: "I love being on the deck and I was doing well until I got sick but everything is kicking off again, maybe not the wait I wanted but everyone's journey is different. "The cancer set me back but I will fight it. Advertisement "It's just a hassle to me at a time when I should be living my life but you have to make the best out of a bad situation. "But I'm still on the decks every day. I don't care if I'm being sick from the chemotherapy in the toilet by my deck, I'll still get out there." 'SO SUPPORTIVE' Last weekend, Rowan hit the decks to a packed floor at the Earth dance floor in Drogheda and is delighted by the support from people and even his favourite DJs who have started to follow him on social media. He said: "BLK and Alex Farrell have started following me which is amazing and so many people have been so supportive. Advertisement "Just a huge thanks to them and to my sister Jade, Smack Madn and Warren Wealan for organising this event. "My DJ career has only started and I'm still a kid. Imagine what it is going to be like in four years from now! The Chops and Chunes 4 Charity gig starts at 9am on Sunday, April 27th, at the ChopShop, Stockwell Lane in Drogheda. Donations can be Advertisement 3 Rowan with DJ Smack Daddy
BreakingNews.ie
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Teenage DJ refuses to let cancer stop him from performing
A talented teenage DJ who is refusing to let cancer stop his career is staging a marathon dance session for charity, despite undergoing gruelling chemotherapy. Although Rowan O'Neill endured intensive chemotherapy earlier this week which left him sick and fatigued, the teen is staging the gig to give back to the Irish Cancer Society and all in the oncology unit in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, Co Louth. Advertisement The 18-year-old is determined to win his battle against stage four Hodgkin's Lymphoma which he was finally diagnosed with in January, after medics missed his symptoms for almost three years. He says he initially went to a medics with a lump in his neck but was told it was glandular fever and a second visit to doctors when a sore lump appeared under his armpit after Christmas was dismissed as an infection. Rowan O'Neill endured intensive chemotherapy earlier this week "After I came back from holidays, I went to the emergency department with my mother and demanded a scan. After a wait of 18 hours, I was admitted and kept for almost three weeks for tests and treatment after I was told I had cancer," he said. "It had spread to my chest by then and I had a 7cm tumour. Once I was admitted, the doctors were on the ball and I started chemotherapy pretty much straight away. Advertisement "I've had two long and rough chemotherapy sessions and doctors say they will probably give me another two intensive ones because the scan showed the treatment was working. "The treatment is horrible. It's everything you think it is going to be and worse. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I'm also losing my hair but it will grow back. I'd rather lost my hair than my life." Rowan is remaining positive through it all and is now concentrating on helping others by using his skills as a DJ to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society in a 14-hour music session in a barbershop, which will also see barbers and tattoo artists available on the day as well as face painting for children. Rowan, who has just completed a course in music production, has already raised over €12,000 for the worthy charity. Advertisement "I love being on the deck and I was doing well until I got sick but everything is kicking off again, maybe not the wait I wanted but everyone's journey is different. Rowan will use his skills as a DJ to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society in a 14-hour music session in a barbershop "The cancer set me back but I will fight it. It's just a hassle to me at a time when I should be living my life but you have to make the best out of a bad situation. "But I'm still on the decks every day. I don't care if I'm being sick from the chemotherapy in the toilet by my deck, I'll still get out there." Ireland Richard Boyd Barrett to step away from politics fo... Read More Last weekend Rowan hit the decks to a packed floor at the Earth dancefloor in Drogheda and is delighted by the support from people and even his favourite DJs who have started to follow him on social media. Advertisement "BLK and Alex Farrell have started following me which is amazing and so many people have been so supportive. Just a huge thanks to them and to my sister Jade, Smack Madn and Warren Wealan for organising this event. "My DJ career has only started and I'm still a kid. Imagine what it is going to be like in four years from now! The Chops and Chunes 4 Charity gig starts at 9am in the ChopShop, Stockwell Lane in Drogheda on Sunday, April 27th. Donations can be made to
