Not-so-terrific news from the family of Tom Seaver on Thursday: the first-ballot Hall of Fame pitcher has dementia.
“The Seaver family announced today that Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver has recently been diagnosed with dementia,” Seaver’s family said in a statement. “Tom will continue to work in his beloved vineyard at his California home, but has chosen to completely retire from public life. The family is deeply appreciative of those who have supported Tom through his career, on and off the field, and who do so now by honoring his request for privacy. We join Tom in sending warmest regards to everyone.