Gabriel Barbosa shares positive cancer surgery update with Phillies

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Gabriel Barbosa shares positive cancer surgery update with Phillies
Summary

Gabriel Barbosa, a 24-year-old pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, provided a health update on social media following his cancer surgery. He announced that the results were extremely positive, as no residual cancer was found in the surgical specimen. Barbosa, who has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer, emphasized he will not require chemotherapy or radiotherapy at this time. This update comes amid the Phillies' offseason planning after their recent playoff exit, highlighting the importance of Barbosa's health amidst roster concerns. The team and fans see this as a moment of optimism despite ongoing baseball challenges.

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  • •Gabriel Barbosa diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer earlier this year.
  • •Recent surgery results show no residual cancer in his body.
  • •128 lymph nodes analyzed were negative for carcinoma.
  • •Barbosa will not need chemotherapy or radiotherapy currently.
  • •He documented his cancer journey on social media.
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The Philadelphia Phillies’ young right-hander offered a heartwarming message on his social media page.

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