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Liam Hendriks Condemns Death Threats Following Tough Red Sox Outing

The three-time All-Star and cancer survivor called out vile online abuse targeting him and his wife, urging fans to reconsider their actions.

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Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox, Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox, and Liam Hendriks #31 of the Boston Red Sox look on from the dugout before the Opening Day game against the Texas Rangers on March 27, 2025 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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Overview

  • Liam Hendriks revealed he and his wife have received death threats and hateful messages after his performance against the Mets on May 21, 2025.
  • The online abuse included comments wishing him dead from cancer and urging him to commit suicide, which Hendriks described as 'disgusting and vile.'
  • In a viral Instagram post, Hendriks denounced the threats as 'horrible and cruel,' calling on fans to stop harassing players and their families.
  • Hendriks, a three-time All-Star who overcame stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2023, emphasized the need for accountability in online behavior, declaring, 'Enough is enough.'
  • The incident has sparked broader discussions about the growing issue of online harassment faced by professional athletes.