Boston Red Sox broadcaster Jerry Remy announced Wednesday that he would be taking a leave of absence from the NESN booth to receive treatment for lung cancer.
Remy, who has been treated for lung cancer in the past, addressed Red Sox fans in a statement, saying in part, "As I've done before and will continue to do so, I will battle this with everything I have.
"I am so grateful for the support from NESN, the Red Sox and all of you. I hope that I'll be rejoining you in your living rooms soon."
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said the team dedicated Wednesday night's 4-1 win over the Detroit Tigers to Remy.