EPISODE · May 1, 2023 · 16 MIN
Cancer, depression, and comeback with Dave Dravecky | Wake Up Right
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Dave Dravecky was first thrust into the public spotlight when his career took off as a major league baseball pitcher. He was an All-Star pitcher for the San Diego Padres (’82–’87) and San Francisco Giants (’87–’89). Shortly after realizing this lifelong dream, Dravecky was diagnosed with cancer, a desmoid tumor, in the deltoid muscle of his pitching arm. The next years were a whirlwind of surgery, radiation, pain and depression. Eventually, his arm was amputated to stop the spread of the cancer and save his life. Today, Dravecky shares his experiences and what he’s learned in hopes of inspiring others to find encouragement and hope, no matter what life throws at them. He's coming to northeast Pennsylvania in May to speak at Man Up! at Clarks Summit University on May 19-20. Man Up! is on the campus of Clarks Summit University, where you’ll eat well, recharge, learn from God’s Word, and even help with a service project during this jam-packed experience. Get $10 off your registration by using the code WRGN when you register! Learn more about Man Up! and register here. Original air date on WRGN's Wake Up Right: April 27, 2023
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Dave Dravecky was first thrust into the public spotlight when his career took off as a major league baseball pitcher. He was an All-Star pitcher for the San Diego Padres (’82–’87) and San Francisco Giants (’87–’89). Shortly after realizing this lifelong dream, Dravecky was diagnosed with cancer, a desmoid tumor, in the deltoid muscle of his pitching arm. The next years were a whirlwind of surgery, radiation, pain and depression. Eventually, his arm was amputated to stop the spread of the cancer and save his life. Today, Dravecky shares his experiences and what he’s learned in hopes of inspiring others to find encouragement and hope, no matter what life throws at them. He's coming to northeast Pennsylvania in May to speak at Man Up! at Clarks Summit University on May 19-20. Man Up! is on the campus of Clarks Summit University, where you’ll eat well, recharge, learn from God’s Word, and even help with a service project during this jam-packed experience. Get $10 off your registration by using the code WRGN when you register! Learn more about Man Up! and register here. Original air date on WRGN's Wake Up Right: April 27, 2023
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