Kansas City Royals broadcaster Paul Splittorff fighting cancer

The Kansas City Royals confirmed yesterday that broadcaster and former pitcher Paul Splittorff has been hospitalized in his battle with cancer. The club released the following statement:

The family of Paul Splittorff has confirmed that he has been admitted to an area hospital and has received treatment for both oral cancer and melanoma. The family has also requested to please respect their privacy during this difficult time and to expect no further comments on his condition.