AGRI Biz

The Red Sox top prospect, outfielder Ryan Westmoreland of Portsmouth, RI, has been diagnosed with a rare congenital condition (a cavernous malformation) that carries a risk of neurological damage and is potentially life-threatening. He has taken a medical leave of absence from the club to obtain treatment and undergo surgery. GM Theo Epstein made the announcement yesterday: “The entire Red Sox organization stands in support of Ryan as he courageously deals with this issue. (He) is a remarkable kid and a talented player, and we understand that many will be concerned about his health. He’s getting the best medical attention the world has to offer, and we’ll have more information soon. Until then, out of respect for Ryan’s privacy and at the request of (his) family, we ...

Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - MLB
Article written by Jeffrey Brown