Baseball Hall of Famer Wade Boggs shared some positive news on Friday, revealing that he is now “cancer-free.” The 66-year-old former star of the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays had announced in September 2024 that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. At the time, he remained resolute, stating, “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.”
Now, following treatment, Boggs confirmed he is indeed cancer-free. He expressed his gratitude to his doctors, Dr. Engleman and Dr. Heidenberg, and thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers. In an emotional update shared on social media, he wrote, “An extremely emotional day. I can’t thank my doctors enough, and Debbie and I are pleased to announce I am cancer-free.”
Wade Boggs had an impressive 17-year career, achieving remarkable statistics. With 3,010 hits, he became one of only 33 players in Major League Baseball history to reach the 3,000-hit milestone. A career .328 hitter, Boggs recorded 1,014 RBIs, 1,513 runs, and 118 home runs over the course of his career.
The 12-time MLB All-Star was outstanding on both offense and defense. He earned the American League Golden Glove Award in 1994 and 1995, showcasing his defensive skills, while also winning the AL batting title five times.
