Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Chad Kuhl has pitched for three MLB teams during his seven-year big league career, but the veteran pitcher is prioritizing helping his wife strike out cancer over striking out opposing players standing in the batter's box.
Earlier this week, Kulh took to Instagram to announce that he will be stepping away from baseball to spend time with his wife, Amanda, as she fights cancer.
He also thanked supporters who contributed to campaigns that benefit his wife. "I’ve taken some time to reflect on these past few weeks and where I’m currently at I want to thank the @nationals and their fans for welcoming us and to those who have donated their time and money for the #cancerisntkuhl campaign & @nats4good we are especially grateful," Kuhl wrote. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Chad Kuhl, #26 of the Washington Nationals, looks on after pitching against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at Nationals Park on June 17, 2023 in Washington, D.C. ( Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) Kuhl began the 2023 season in the Washington Nationals starting rotation, before later moving to the bullpen.
The 30-year-old was released by the Nationals last month. CANCER SURVIVORS LIAM HENDRIKS, CARLOS CARRASCO MEET PEDIATRIC PATIENTS, SHARE STORIES OF ENCOURAGEMENT Kuhl also revealed that he had turned down offers from teams this season.