Hall of Famer and former MLB star Wade Boggs has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Boggs, 66, played for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays during his 18-year career. He is a 12-time All-Star and World Series champion.
Hall of Famer and former MLB star Wade Boggs has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Boggs, 66, played for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays during his 18-year career. He is a 12-time All-Star and World Series champion.
Boggs announced his diagnosis on Saturday on social media, writing, "I've never been a goal-oriented person, but with the strength and support of my family and my faith in God, I'm going to ring that damn bell."
Wade Boggs Battling Prostate Cancer, Determined to Overcome Toughest Challenge
Boggs is undergoing treatment for the cancer and is hopeful for a full recovery. He said he is grateful for the support of his family and friends during this difficult time.
"I'm not going to let this beat me," Boggs said. "I'm going to fight this and I'm going to win."
Wade Boggs Battling Prostate Cancer, Determined to Overcome Toughest Challenge
Boggs is one of the most successful hitters in MLB history. He finished his career with a .328 batting average, 118 home runs, and 3,010 hits. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005.
Boggs played for the Red Sox from 1982 to 1992, helping the team win the World Series in 1986. He then played for the Yankees from 1993 to 1997, winning another World Series in 1996. He finished his career with the Devil Rays from 1998 to 1999.
Wade Boggs Battling Prostate Cancer, Determined to Overcome Toughest Challenge
Boggs is a five-time batting champion and was voted American League MVP nine times. He is also a member of the Red Sox Hall of Fame and the Tampa Bay Rays Hall of Fame.
Boggs is the latest in a growing number of athletes who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Other athletes who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer include Joe Torre, Tom Seaver, and Cal Ripken Jr.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. It is a cancer that starts in the prostate gland, a small gland that is located below the bladder. Prostate cancer can be treated with a variety of methods, including surgery, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy.
The five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is 98%. However, the survival rate can be lower for men who are diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer.
Boggs is hopeful that he will be able to make a full recovery from prostate cancer. He is grateful for the support of his family and friends during this difficult time.
"I'm going to fight this and I'm going to win," Boggs said. "I'm not going to let this beat me."
