Liam Hendriks will begin treatment Monday for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, the Chicago White Sox closer announced in an Instagram post Sunday.
“As a professional athlete, I have always been mindful to try and use my position in the public eye to the most positive ends possible by shining a light on causes or issues that touch close to home for myself, my wife, and my family,” Hendriks wrote. “It is in that spirit that I want to share some personal health news I have learned in the past few days, and do so on my own terms.
“Recently I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Hearing the word ‘Cancer’ came as a shock to my wife and I, as it does to millions of families each year. However, I am resolved to embrace the fight and overcome this new challenge with the same determination I have used when facing other obstacles in my life.
