Category Archives: THIS OLD CUB

My Dad’s 33rd Annual Walk For A Cure for Diabetes was a huge success. Over 40,000 people came out to walk in 6 different locations throughout Illinois. The Santo Family thanks JDRF and all those who showed up to support my father’s life long effort in finding a cure! -Jeff Santo To donate to the Ron Santo walk please go to www.jdrfillinois.org WATCH on WGN News

My father received a statue on the sacred grounds, outside of Wrigley field, on August 10th. I am so proud to be his son and was so moved by the outpouring of love from all the fans that showed up to witness the event. From the bottom of our family’s hearts, we thank all you Cub fans for being a part of his life and continuing your support in finding a cure for diabetes. We hope to see you out …

DIABETES FACTS & QUESTIONS / JDRF INFORMATION (Courtesy of JDRF)   Frequently Asked Questions About Diabetes   WHAT IS DIABETES?   Diabetes (medically known as diabetes mellitus) is the name given to disorders in which the body has trouble regulating its blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels. There are two major types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Type 1, also called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a disorder of the body’s immune system -that is, its system …

RON SANTO TIMELINE   1940 – Ron Santo was born in Seattle, Washington on February 25.   1958 – Ron was diagnosed with Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes (insulin dependent). He signed with the Cubs upon graduation from high school.   1960 – After one and a half years in the minors he played his first major league game on June 26. Ron debuted with 4 hits and 5 RBI’s. The Cubs won both games of the double header against the …

THIS OLD CUB: CHICAGO LEGEND RON SANTO Film Synopsis There’s plenty of fight left in This Old Cub… a documentary feature about former All-Star third baseman, broadcaster and Chicago Cubs legend Ron Santo and his lifelong battle with diabetes. Santo was the first and only major league position player to ever play professional baseball with Type One Juvenile Diabetes (insulin dependent). He played most of his fourteen year career without revealing the disease for fear that he would be forced …