San Diego Padres gamers often see pediatric clients at Rady Children's Hospital. But this year, it was the children that made the journey to check out the players at spring training in Peoria, Arizona, many thanks to an invite from their hometown heroes. " We're not simply, you understand, caged up in a medical facility.. we can actually have a good time," 15-year-old Nayleen Griffith told CBS Information. Griffith was diagnosed with a brain lump about two years earlier, and also proceeds to battle its impact.  The children were dealt with like VIPs, with a behind-the-scenes scenic tour, autographs and also selfies with celebrity gamers like slugger Manny Machado. " Satisfying Manny, it was so trendy," said 17-year-old Damien Lopez, that has actually fought a blood problem given that birth, a problem which needs continuous therapy. However, it was pitcher Tim Hill that might have hit the largest residence run with the group, speaking openly regarding his very own battle with cancer. "I dealt with the same, comparable points that y' all dealt with," Hill informed the children. "In 2015, I had colon cancer cells, stage 3 colon cancer cells. "" It's, like, actually inspiring," Lopez said. "He beat cancer cells, as well as he still continues doing what he loves. " Obtaining the big-time therapy offered an opportunity for these children to just be kids. "We've all undergone a lot," Griffith said. "So I think, having the ability to appear right here and relax from everything, is really exciting. "
In: Springtime Training Arizona Cancer Cells San Diego Padres San Diego Janet Shamlian Janet Shamlian is a CBS News contributor based in Houston, Texas. Shamlian's coverage is included on all CBS News broadcasts as well as systems including "CBS Mornings," the "CBS Night News" and the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News' leading 24/7 secured streaming news service. Twitter Instagram. https://www.storesandiegopadres.com

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