has returned to the mound in the minor leagues as he tries to come back after being diagnosed with leukemia.
Carrasco came on in relief Monday night for Double-A Akron against Harrisburg. He received a standing ovation from fans at Canal Park. It was Carrasco’s first appearance in a game since being diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia in June.The 32-year-old is scheduled to pitch again for Akron on Thursday, and he and the Indians will then decide his next step. Carrasco wants to return and help the Indians this season.
The Indians have rallied around Carrasco. During the All-Star Game in July, Carrasco appeared on the field during Major League Baseball’s "Stand Up To Cancer" tribute, and "I Stand With Cookie" T-shirts have become popular around town.
Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)
Indians CLE is my second-favourite team. Great to see him back out on the hill!
Indians Beautiful story and heard he’s a great dude
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