**Fernando Valenzuela Steps Away from Dodgers Broadcast Booth for Health Reasons**

Renowned Dodgers broadcaster and former World Series-winning pitcher Fernando Valenzuela has decided to take a break from his broadcasting duties for the rest of the year to prioritize his health. The Los Angeles Dodgers made this announcement on Wednesday morning.

Valenzuela, 63, was notably absent from the Spanish-language broadcasts toward the latter part of the season. Reports suggest that he has been hospitalized, although specific details about his condition have not been disclosed.

Valenzuela, whose "Fernandomania" season as a rookie pitcher in 1981 remains iconic, has been a significant figure in the Dodgers’ history. Winning the Cy Young Award and earning six All-Star selections, his contributions to the team go beyond his playing years. Valenzuela joined the Dodgers' broadcast team in 2003, providing valuable insights and commentary for over two decades.

The Dodgers and the broader baseball community have expressed their support for Valenzuela as he focuses on his health, underscoring the lasting impact he has had on the sport and its fans.