Yankees Pitcher Tim Hill Wins Prestigious Tony Conigliaro Award for Overcoming Colon Cancer
In an emotional ceremony, the Red Sox honored Yankees reliever Tim Hill on Tuesday by awarding him the prestigious Tony Conigliaro Award. The honor recognizes a Major League player who has overcome adversity through courage, determination, and spirit, all of which are qualities that characterized the life of the late Boston Red Sox outfielder Tony Conigliaro.
Hill's journey to winning this award is nothing short of remarkable. In 2015, while undergoing spring training with the Kansas City Royals, he was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome, an inherited disorder that significantly increases cancer risk. Seven years later, Hill was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. His diagnosis came as a shock, with doctors initially expressing doubts about finding any abnormalities during his routine checkup.
The treatment was grueling, with eight months of chemotherapy and radiation, followed by surgery to remove half his colon. The process left him at an alarming weight loss of over 70 pounds below his normal weight, forcing him to adopt a regimen of six to seven meals a day in order to regain some of the lost weight.
Despite these challenges, Hill persevered and rebuilt himself slowly, eventually resuming baseball work in 2016. He made his major league debut with Kansas City two years later, before being traded to San Diego and then Chicago. A year ago, he was signed by New York after a stint with White Sox.
The results have been impressive. Since joining the Yankees, Hill has become an invaluable addition to their bullpen, boasting a 2.68 ERA in 105 games and leading the team with 70 appearances last season, all while holding a respectable 3.09 ERA across 67 innings.
This Tony Conigliaro Award not only recognizes Hill's courageous battle against cancer but also acknowledges his hard work and dedication to baseball despite facing an incredibly tough road. The award is an emotional tribute to Hill's spirit and resilience in the face of adversity, making him the first active player on the Yankees to receive this prestigious honor.
In an emotional ceremony, the Red Sox honored Yankees reliever Tim Hill on Tuesday by awarding him the prestigious Tony Conigliaro Award. The honor recognizes a Major League player who has overcome adversity through courage, determination, and spirit, all of which are qualities that characterized the life of the late Boston Red Sox outfielder Tony Conigliaro.
Hill's journey to winning this award is nothing short of remarkable. In 2015, while undergoing spring training with the Kansas City Royals, he was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome, an inherited disorder that significantly increases cancer risk. Seven years later, Hill was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. His diagnosis came as a shock, with doctors initially expressing doubts about finding any abnormalities during his routine checkup.
The treatment was grueling, with eight months of chemotherapy and radiation, followed by surgery to remove half his colon. The process left him at an alarming weight loss of over 70 pounds below his normal weight, forcing him to adopt a regimen of six to seven meals a day in order to regain some of the lost weight.
Despite these challenges, Hill persevered and rebuilt himself slowly, eventually resuming baseball work in 2016. He made his major league debut with Kansas City two years later, before being traded to San Diego and then Chicago. A year ago, he was signed by New York after a stint with White Sox.
The results have been impressive. Since joining the Yankees, Hill has become an invaluable addition to their bullpen, boasting a 2.68 ERA in 105 games and leading the team with 70 appearances last season, all while holding a respectable 3.09 ERA across 67 innings.
This Tony Conigliaro Award not only recognizes Hill's courageous battle against cancer but also acknowledges his hard work and dedication to baseball despite facing an incredibly tough road. The award is an emotional tribute to Hill's spirit and resilience in the face of adversity, making him the first active player on the Yankees to receive this prestigious honor.
just read about Tim Hill win that Tony Conigliaro Award... it's amazing how he came back from cancer 
he must've been so scared when he got diagnosed but still kept pushing through 
all those months of chemo and radiation, losing like 70 pounds... i can imagine how tough that was for him 
anyway, he's an inspiration now and this award is a huge recognition of his strength and dedication to baseball 
, like what a legend! The way he went through all that cancer stuff and still managed to come back stronger than ever is seriously inspiring 
. I'm not even a huge baseball fan but this guy's story has me rooting for him 100%. Congrats Tim Hill 
! I'm so proud of Tim Hill for going through all that and still crushing it on the baseball field. His determination and courage are an inspiration to us all 
. I hope this award brings him and his loved ones even more joy and recognition 
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. And to think he's now an invaluable part of the Yankees' bullpen is just amazing 
. Can we give this guy a standing ovation? 
, and yet he still manages to dominate on the mound! I'm not saying it's easy being a baseball player, but dude's got some serious guts. I love that the Red Sox honored him with this Tony Conigliaro Award, because it's more than just an award - it's a testament to his strength and determination.
. Seriously though, it's amazing to see someone overcome so much adversity and still find a way to thrive in their sport. That's what it's all about - heart, grit, and perseverance 
the fact that Tim Hill is still kicking cancer butt after all he's been through says a lot about his mental toughness 
... and yeah, 6-7 meals a day ain't no joke 
I'm so proud of Tim Hill, he's literally a superhero on the mound 
. He went through all that and still managed to become one of the most valuable pitchers in baseball