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Ex-Saints player Steve Gleason stable after being moved to hospital as Hurricane Francine made landfall

Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason, who is battling ALS, was stable after he was forced to move to a hospital as Hurricane Francine barreled down on Louisiana. Gleason’s family wrote in a post on his X account on Thursday that he had been moved to Ochsner Medical Center with help from the New Orleans Fire Department. CLICK HERE …

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Bears great Steve 'Mongo' McMichael unable to travel for Hall of Fame induction ceremony, spokesperson says

It’s been a long time coming, but Chicago Bears legend Steve “Mongo” McMichael will finally be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August. The 66-year-old was included in the 2024 seniors category of finalists. McMichael’s wife, Misty, lobbied for the former defensive tackle’s enshrinement. The announcement was met with excitement, but it now appears McMichael will not …

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Trail Blazers radio host Mike Lynch steps down amid ALS diagnosis: 'I am devastated and overwhelmed'

Over the past couple of years, Portland Trail Blazers fans have grown accustomed to turning on their radios and hearing Mike Lynch’s voice. But on Friday, the team’s radio host revealed that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in January. Lynch also announced his retirement from radio. “Sadly, this means the end of my radio career,” Lynch …

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