Former Philadelphia Phillies catcher Darren Daulton has been diagnosed with glioblastoma, an infiltrative form of brain cancer.
Typically, patients with this type of cancer survive for only one to three years. Daulton, who works for 97.5 FM The Fanatic, was a member of the Florida Marlins’ World Series-winning team after 14 seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies.
“He has returned to his Clearwater-area home to continue recuperating amongst his immediate family and friends. He will eventually begin treatments in Florida. Darren and his family wish to thank everyone for their loving support throughout this difficult time. He is deeply touched,” a statement from the radio station read.
Daulton, 51, learned he had cancer June 27.
“I’m hoping and praying things go well for him,” Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro said.