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Mike Schmidt's Cancer Battle and Philly Legacy | Philadelphia Phillies News
Mike Schmidt, baseball legend and cancer survivor, reveals how a routine dermatologist visit in 2013 led to a life-altering Stage 3 melanoma diagnosis — and how a chance encounter with his doctor became his second chance. After grueling treatments, including a failed chemo regimen and brain/lung cancer spots, he emerged with a profound new appreciation for life. Now using his platform — from Reading Phils games to the MLB All-Star Game in Philly — to champion sun safety and early detection, Schmidt also reflects on his own journey from Reading’s minor leagues to the majors, and how Kyle…
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