Several Bauxites have passed along reports from The Fan 590 that longtime Blue Jays radio announcer Tom Cheek underwent surgery this past weekend for a brain tumour. The operation was not a complete success; Tom reportedly may require more surgery and will be away from the broadcast booth for some time. That's all the information we have right now; hopefully more details and better news will emerge in the next little while.
On behalf of the entire Batter's Box roster, we offer our best wishes, thoughts and prayers to Tom and his family -- who had just suffered another loss with the recent passing of Tom's father -- and to all Tom's friends and colleagues with the Blue Jays. Readers are encouraged to use this thread to post their messages of support and encouragement for Tom Cheek.
UPDATE June 24 : The Batter's Box crew saw Tom down at the Dome today, and have seen him a couple of times in recent days. He is in great spirits. We continue to hope for his complete recovery.
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