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Mets GM Sandy Alderson to Take Leave of Absence to Address Recurrence of Cancer

New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson will take a leave of absence after experiencing a recurrence of cancer, according to Tim Britton of the Athletic.

He is expected to undergo surgery in the summer and is currently receiving treatment.

Assistants John Ricco, J.P. Ricciardi and Omar Minaya will all take on larger roles with Alderson unavailable.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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