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‘My heart isn’t in the stadium right now’: Mookie Betts shares heartbreaking news about family.Yen

July 4, 2025 by mrs a

In a tearful postgame press conference Wednesday night, Dodgers star Mookie Betts shared an incredibly personal and painful moment off the field, reminding fans everywhere that even the brightest athletes face battles away from the spotlight.

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Standing before a sea of ​​microphones, his voice shaking but his determination unwavering, Betts shared that a close family member—his cousin, whom he described as “more like a little brother”—had recently been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive disease. The news rocked the Betts family, coming at a time when the outfielder was at his peak on the baseball field.

“This game has always been my escape,” Betts said, tears welling up in his eyes. “But right now, my heart is not in the stadium. My heart is at home, with my family—especially with him.”

The emotional revelation sparked an outpouring of support from fans and fellow players across the league. Teammates took to social media to support their friend, calling him “a warrior” both on and off the field. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Betts would be taking a leave of absence from the team, stating, “We’re going to support him in any way he needs to. Baseball is secondary at this point.”

What struck many was not just the news itself, but the raw vulnerability Betts displayed in sharing the news.

“I know people see me hitting home runs or making plays and think I’ve got it all figured out,” he said. “But this is real life. And I just hope my story helps someone out there feel a little less alone.”

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As Betts finished his speech, he held up the bracelet his cousin had made for him—blue and white, with “Keep Swinging” written in bold letters.

And then Mookie walked away, not toward the halftime area, but into the arms of his family—where, he said, the real game had just begun.

 

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