Lenny Dykstra baptized in Scranton as he seeks sobriety and a new beginning

6 articles · Updated · The Philadelphia Inquirer · Apr 26

The 63-year-old former Phillies star was baptized by Pastor Dennis D’Augostine at Steamtown Church on March 8, following a New Year’s Eve arrest on drug charges in Pike County, Pennsylvania.
Dykstra completed a 75-day rehab program, is newly sober, and attends regular recovery meetings. His attorney indicates ongoing plea negotiations may resolve his legal case without trial.
Dykstra, whose turbulent post-baseball life included prison and financial troubles, says he is committed to lasting change, reconnecting with family, and hopes to reestablish ties with the Phillies and their fans.

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