Baseball is a great escape, and while we passionately follow teams and players, there are always stark reminders that it really is just a game, and there are far more important things.
These players have lives that extend beyond the field of play. The well-being of athletes needs to be prioritized above their ability to hit with runners in scoring position or induce ground balls.
Kenley Jansen has long been an elite closer, but more important than that, he’s a father and a son and a crucial component of many people’s lives.
His heart issues these last handful of years have really been quite terrifying, and he has decided to undergo surgery to correct his irregular heartbeat.