We now know why Chris Matthews has been out the last few shows

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MSNBC “Hardball” host Chris Matthews has been absent for a few days — and now we know why.

• In a statement made on the Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 edition of the show, fill in host Steve Kornacki announced Matthews has undergone prostate cancer surgery.
• The surgery took place last week and reportedly went well.
• Back in 2002, Matthews was hospitalized and missed work after contracting malaria.

Chris hasn't been here for the last few nights and we wanted to let you know why.

Chris is recovering from prostate cancer surgery last week. The procedure went well but he's taking a few days to get back into fighting shape. He's looking forward to getting back very soon. pic.twitter.com/3ofupU3HJy

— Hardball (@hardball) October 15, 2019