Full of enthusiasm for the game he loved, Tug McGraw left an indelible mark on baseball and his fans.

He touched the lives of thousands of adults and children as a baseball player for the Mets and Phillies. Tug continued to inspire once in retirement. He worked tirelessly throughout his career on behalf of many community and charitable organizations.
 
Following his diagnosis of a brain tumor in 2003, Tug began a 10-month medical journey down an unknown path searching for Glioblastoma brain cancer treatments. One that would twist and turn as his health changed. A journey that Tug never took alone.
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He found support in good friends, excellent medical care and a strong family that stood beside him. Tug felt lucky to have that deep level of support along with financial benefits and professional resources not readily available to so many others facing the challenge of a brain tumor. 

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"It was Tug's wish that others suffering from brain tumors could access more resources to help improve their quality of life... "