Update On Larry Lederman

Published: August 22, 2011 12:14 pm EDT

When Freehold Raceway kicks off its Fall meet on September 1, fans of harness racing were hopeful that Larry Lederman would return to the booth. Trot Insider has learned, unfortunately, that will not be the case

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"I just got back from the oncologist and the news was disappointing," said Lederman in an email sent Friday. "The tumour did not shrink whatsover. However, it did not grow, either. In 70 to 80 per cent of patients who have what I have, the tumor shrinks based on the treatment that I had. In my case, it did not happen."

In light of the news, Lederman informed Freehold that he would not be working for the remainder of the year, but the familiar and popular voice of Freehold, Atlantic City and Garden State Raceways remains optimistic as he will undergo a more rigourous treatment schedule starting next month.

"There is a Plan B. Beginning sometime in September I will be treated with 42 days straight of chemo and radiation concurrently, then the doctors will wait a month for the body to settle down and then a MRI will be taken.

"I will keep the same positive attitude I have had through this journey and I won't let cancer keep me down."

Well wishes and support has poured in for Lederman, who most recently made a special guest appearance at the Meadowlands on Saturday, August 13 as the track hosted the "Play 5 for Larry" benefit. The track donated all proceeds from $5 win bets to aid in Lederman's medical costs, raising over $10,000.

Larry Lederman - Announcer Impersonation Race Call

"I want to give my sincerest thanks to everyone and everybody who has been there for me whether through prayer, inspiration, love, donation and just plain human compassion," stated Lederman. "I need you all and keep fighting the fight with me and will give it my best."

Please join Standardbred Canada in wishing Larry Lederman a full recovery.

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