John Farrell's Cancer In Remission
BOSTON (CBS) -- The Red Sox provided very good news on Thursday, announcing that manager John Farrell's cancer is in remission.
Farrell had been diagnosed with stage 1 non-Hodgkin's Burkitt lymphoma on Aug. 14, and he left the team at the time to receive treatment at Mass General Hospital.
"I am extremely thankful for the outpouring of support I have received from the Red Sox, my family, friends, and fans throughout this process," said Farrell. "I am also especially thankful for the talented doctors who cared for me in Detroit and here at MGH. I look forward to getting back to work and bringing another championship back to Boston."
New team president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski already stated that despite the Red Sox' struggles in the past two seasons, the job remains Farrell's.
"We are thrilled to hear the great news about John today," Dombrowski said. "Foremost, we are extremely happy for him and his family, knowing what he has gone through over the past two months. We all admire him for his strength and courage, and look forward to having him back as our manager."
Torey Lovullo filled in for Farrell during the manager's absence. The team went 28-19 under Lovullo, but he remained loyal to Farrell by signing a two-year extension to remain a coach with the Red Sox. Lovullo also waived his right to interview for any managerial opportunities this winter.
Farrell will speak to the media on Friday.
