Carlos Carrasco Diagnosed With Leukemia

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Cleveland - We now know what "blood condition" Carlos Carrasco has been dealing with.

The Cleveland Indians starting pitcher appeared on a Dominican Republic TV station interview to confirm his is in fact dealing with Leukemia.

Carrasco does say in the interview that the cancer, which attacks the body's blood-forming tissue, is "under control".

It is unclear if Carrasco will return to the Indians this season, but is in good spirits.

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