January 9, 20233 yr 13 hours ago, Colome's Hat said: This is gutting. I have no doubt he will survive but he's widely regarded as the best person in the game. My friend works with Howard Brown, an LGBTQ health center in Chicago and the amount of work he has done for them is immense. Also remembering how vocal he was after the Supreme Court ruling. I'm so proud he's a White Sock. Hope this is a blip and he's back either later this year or next. Just hope he is ok. I'm having a hard time putting my thoughts into words, but you did a nice job.
January 9, 20233 yr Man, what a crappy blow to be dealt. Hopefully Liam can get through the treatment, build his strength back up, and get back to the game we love next year-ish.
January 9, 20233 yr I’m hoping the best for him and his family. Going by him on the mound, he’s going to fight this with everything. Hope for a smooth and speedy treatment and recovery.
January 9, 20233 yr 48 minutes ago, Bob Sacamano said: If anyone can kick cancer's teeth in, it's Liam. Best wishes! Mic up Liam during therapy, just yelling "f*** YOU CANCER" over and over, kicking it's ass.
January 9, 20233 yr I wish Liam the best as he fights cancer. The only thing that matters is his health.
January 9, 20233 yr The question has been asked about insurance in this thread, how that may impact the Sox moving forward. So I asked about this with a long time friend of mine who is a member of the mainstream Chicago media. This is the reply just FYI: "I know when the training staff told Jake Peavy there was nothing wrong with him, until his arm nearly came off, there was the issue of insurance and whether the salary would be covered by insurance. Rick Hahn was testy when he was asked whether insurance would cover the salary if Peavy missed the first 1/6th of the season. I think this is the case with Liam, but I'll ask around. I feel terrible for Liam, since he's a straight shooter who can see who's full of crap and who's giving an honest effort. I hope he's consulting with experts outside of Rush Hospital before making a decision on the treatments. I'm a big Crochet fan, but you can't beat experience in the late innings."
January 9, 20233 yr Wow, that is so horribly sad! I am praying they caught it early and best wishes to him and his wife. I know he will fight this cancer liked he battles for his closing saves with 110 effort.
January 9, 20233 yr Heard back from my source on the insurance question: "I'm told the terms of the insurance policies vary, are extremely high and usually kept private between the team and insurance company. " So I guess if Hahn does something that's an indication the Sox are covered in some way although there is no way to know for sure one way or the other especially given the secrecy and dysfunction in this organization.
January 9, 20233 yr 1 hour ago, South Side Hit Men said: Chicago fans are the best. IIRC I was there! Got a free keychain from Dollar Bill, question never been to a Bulls game is the National Anthem as crazy there too? Sending prayers for Liam, kick cancers sorry ass. If caught early enough, the survival rate is high
January 9, 20233 yr 11 minutes ago, The Grinder said: IIRC I was there! Got a free keychain from Dollar Bill, question never been to a Bulls game is the National Anthem as crazy there too? Sending prayers for Liam, kick cancers sorry ass. If caught early enough, the survival rate is high No. Nothing compares to a Hawks Anthem. A friend of mine was at the exhibition game against Russia when it started. He said it started small during the opening line then just got insane. He thought it would be a one off thing but it's a tradition now.
January 10, 20233 yr On 1/8/2023 at 7:09 PM, TommySox said: Just terrible news. Hoping they caught it early and it’s very treatable. If caught early 5 year survival rate is 81% otherwise average 5 yr survival rate is 71% according to Wikipedia. Don’t believe he will come back this season. IMO.
January 10, 20233 yr We are not here on earth very long and when you hear news like this, it really puts in perspective how trivial sports are in the grand scheme of life. Will be praying for you and your family Liam!
January 10, 20233 yr I know Liam reads through our posts on Soxtalk.. Liam, you got this buddy! We love you, we’re praying for you and we wish you a speedy recovery. The 2023 season is dedicated to you!
January 10, 20233 yr Well now he has time to get a new elbow ligament. Unless he likes the old tattered one
January 10, 20233 yr 1 hour ago, Chick Mercedes said: Well now he has time to get a new elbow ligament. Unless he likes the old tattered one Eesh.
January 10, 20233 yr 1 hour ago, hi8is said: The block feature works really well. I love you too. 3 hours ago, ShoeLessRob said: Eesh. ? gosh, no harm intended. Carry on
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