The Red Sox released a statement on behalf of former pitcher Tim Wakefield and his wife, Stacy, on Thursday. The team issued a press release after questions were raised about Wakefield’s health when Curt Schilling, another former Red Sox pitcher and ex-teammate of Wakefield’s, publicly disclosed information without the family’s permission.
Here’s the Red Sox’s statement in full:
“We are aware of the statements and inquiries about the health of Tim and Stacy Wakefield. Unfortunately, this information has been shared publicly without their permission. Their health is a deeply personal matter they intended to keep private as they navigate treatment and work to tackle this disease. Tim and Stacy are appreciative of the support and love that has always been extended to them and respectfully ask for privacy at this time.”
Schilling referenced some specifics about Wakefield’s health this week on a podcast. The Red Sox statement does not confirm any specific condition,…
