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San Diego Padres Farmhand Josh Geer Ready To Return Following Battle With Cancer

San Diego Padres pitcher Josh Geer had his 2011 season derailed in April after being diagnosed with Stage III Melanoma. He is set to resume throwing during the Padres Instructional League in October. In the story link below, Geer talks about his battle with the cancer, the negative side effects of his treatment, working his way back to the mound, and now being cancer free.

Geer progressing back after fighting cancer — MLB.com