- Ryne Sandberg announced the heartbreaking news in a statement on social media
- A ten-time All-Star, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005
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Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
The 64-year-old announced the heartbreaking news of his diagnosis in a social media post on Monday.
In a statement shared with fans, the All-Star second baseman insisted he will continue to fight to beat cancer.
“To my Chicago Cubs, the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the extended baseball family, the city of Chicago and all of my loyal fans, I would like to share some personal news,” the legend began.
“Last week I found out I had been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. I have started treatment and am surrounded by my loving wife Margaret, our incredibly supportive family, the best medical care team and our dear friends.
Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg has been diagnosed with prostate cancer
The 64-year-old announced the heartbreaking news of his diagnosis in a social media statement
The All-Star second baseman spent almost his entire career in the major leagues with the Cubs
“We will continue to be positive and strong and fight to overcome this. “Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for me and my family.”
Sandberg played 16 seasons in the major leagues and spent almost his entire career with the Cubs.
Over his career, he compiled a batting line of .285/.344/.452 (114 OPS+) and achieved approximately 68 wins above replacement.
A ten-time All-Star, Sandberg won nine Gold Glove Awards, seven Silver Slugger Awards and the 1984 National League Most Valuable Player Award.
Sandberg (center with Shawon Dunston at left and Mark Grace at right) was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005
Sandberg won nine Gold Glove Awards and seven Silver Slugger Awards throughout his career
After retiring as a player, Sandberg served as Phillies manager for three seasons from 2013 to 2015
Sandberg, nicknamed “Ryno,” was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005 and received 76 percent of the vote in his third year of eligibility.
In addition to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Sandberg is also a member of the Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame and his number 23 was retired by the Cubs and was on the foul pole at Wrigley Field.
He began his career with the Philadelphia Phillies but was traded to the Cubs after 13 games in his rookie season before the 1982 season.
However, he returned to Philadelphia after retiring from professional football, where he spent three seasons as Phillies manager from 2013 to 2015, posting a mark of 119-159 (.428).