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Ron Darling to Undergo Surgery, Take Leave of Absence from Mets Broadcast

New York Mets broadcaster Ron Darling is expected to take a leave of absence because of health concerns.

Per USA Today's Bob Nightengale, two friends of Darling said the former All-Star will announce his leave on Saturday.

Per SNY.tv (h/t Yahoo Sports' Matt Ehalt), Darling will have a medical procedure done next week after tests revealed a mass on his chest, but he could be back on the Mets' broadcast in May if there are no complications.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.