Liam Hendriks Diagnosed with Cancer,  non-Hodgkins Lymphoma

Hendriks made a heartfelt post announcing his diagnosis of non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, a type of cancer.

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Hendricks said he will begin immediate treatment after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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Hendricks said he has a full support of his wife, his family, his teammates and the Chicago White Sox organization.

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The White Sox released a statement from general manager Rick Hahn in support of Hendriks, a three-time All-Star.

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Liam Hendriks an Australian athlete, plays in Major League Baseball for the Chicago White Sox.

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Liam Hendriks was born in Perth, Australia and started playing tee-ball instead of the traditional cricket.

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At the age of 10, he turned on baseball, a decision that proved life-changing for him.

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Hendriks, played over 150 games of senior football for the West Perth Football Club in the West Australian Football League.

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Hendriks was an All-Star in 2019, 2021 and 2022. He received votes for the American League Cy Young award in 2020 and 2021.

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