Park Chan-ho is a retired South Korean professional baseball player, known for being one of the first South Korean pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on June 30, 1973, in Gyeongju, South Korea, he made his MLB debut in 1994 with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Over his career, he played for several teams, including the Texas Rangers and New York Mets. Park is celebrated for his impressive fastball and effective pitching style, which earned him a reputation as a reliable starter. He became the first South Korean to win 100 games in the MLB, finishing his career with a total of 124 wins. His contributions have inspired many young athletes in South Korea.