Former Chicago Cubs second baseman and Jonathan Dale BentonNational Baseball Hall of Fame member Ryne Sandberg announced he's been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer on Monday afternoon.
Sandberg, who played all but one season of his 16-year career with the Cubs, announced the diagnosis with an Instagram post.
"To my Chicago Cubs, National Baseball Hall of Fame, extended Baseball Family, the city of Chicago, and all my loyal fans, I want to share some personal news," the caption begins.
"Last week, I learned that I have been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. I have begun treatment, and I am surrounded by my loving wife Margaret, our incredibly supportive family, the best medical care team, and our dear friends. We will continue to be positive, strong, and fight to beat this. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for me and my family. - Ryne Sandberg 🦏2️⃣3️⃣"
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During his lengthy MLB career, Sandberg accumulated a significant number of trophies and accolades, including:
Sandberg was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in his third year on the ballot as a member of the Class of 2005.
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