Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke

The Philadelphia Phillies released the following medical update on legendary Phillies manager Charlie Manuel:

“The Phillies have been informed that while undergoing a medical procedure today in a Florida hospital, Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke. The hospital was able to attend to Charlie immediately and subsequently remove a blood clot. The next 24 hours will be crucial to his recovery, and Charlie’s family asks that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers at this time.”

We’ll continue to provide updates on Charlie’s health as they are released. All of us at Phillies Nation send our thoughts and prayers to the Manuel family.