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Tracy Strawberry is recovering after back-to-back cancer and hip replacement surgeries.
Darryl Strawberry expresses gratitude to medical staff, friends, and fans for support and prayers.
The former Mets star shares an update on when Tracy will return home.
Major League Baseball legend Darryl Strawberry is sharing an emotional update following his wife Tracy’s hospital stay after back-to-back surgeries to treat early-stage cancer and a hip replacement. The former New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers star has openly shared Tracy’s battle with cancer, including a recent “setback.” The four-time World Series champion shared good news on Thursday, a welcome relief for the legendary slugger.
“This really has been some very challenging times for us, but we wanted to thank God for his grace and mercy!
My heart has been heavy lately 🥲 and needing to say thanks for being there for my wife. ❤️
Thank you to all the doctors and nurses for your incredible care and dedication in helping my wife through back-to-back surgeries and major health challenges. Your compassion has meant the world to our family during this difficult time, and you hold a special place in our hearts. A big thank you to our church @journeychurch.family Pastor Jesse and team for being the hands and feet of Christ when we needed it most. And to our best friends, Joanne & Ralph @thesourcechurchbradenton, your friendship and support in painful moments have been a true blessing. We are deeply grateful to the Lord for bringing you into our lives. ❤️
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We are truly grateful to each and every one of you who has taken the time to pray for us during this difficult moment. Your support and prayers mean the world to our family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
She’s coming home tomorrow morning! 😍✝️
We love you all. Darryl and Tracy 🍓”
The 63-year-old baseball player-turned-minister also shared a series of photos of himself attentively sitting by Tracy’s bedside as she sleeps and rests. In one emotional photo, Strawberry places his hand on Tracy’s face as if he’s willing her back to health.
Tracy Strawberry’s Cancer Diagnosis
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In the summer of 2025, Strawberry shared the news that his wife Tracy was battling early-stage cancer and was facing hip replacement surgery later this year. The former athlete commended his wife for continuing her ministry work despite her own struggles.
Throughout Tracy’s journey, Strawberry has asked fans and followers for prayers, a testament to the couple’s strong faith.
Fans Respond to Darryl Strawberry’s Social Media Post
Over 80,000 people engaged with Strawberry’s post, including comedian and podcast host Theo Von, who wrote, “Praying for y’all’s peace and health this morning.”
Another fan added, “So glad she is coming home,” echoing the sentiments of many.