Papa announced the news in a written statement on the station's social media profile on Friday. It was also read on-air by KNBR program director Mike Hohler at the start of the midday show. "As I fully focus on my treatment and work toward a full recovery,

The 62-year-old, among the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting in Northern California, announced he will step away from his daily radio show to focus on treatment for an unspecified cancer.