Baseball Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew, the muscular slugger remains near the top of the shopping list at home career, said Friday he finished his battle against esophageal cancer and to live the last days of his life palliative care.The 11-time All-Star, whose 573 career home runs over the 11 in the majors, said he hoped to spend his last days in comfort with his wife.
"It is with deep sadness that I share with you my ongoing battle with esophageal cancer is coming to an end," said Killebrew, 74, in a statement released by the Hall of Fame.
"With love and continued support of my wife, Nita, I have exhausted all options to control this devastating disease. My disease has progressed beyond my expectations of medical healing."
Killebrew began his career with the Washington Senators in 1954 and moved with the franchise in