Tommy John Dies; Former Yankees Pitcher Became Famous for Surgery Success
Summary
Tommy John, a former major league baseball pitcher known for his long career and pioneering elbow surgery named after him, has died at 83. He played for several teams including the New York Yankees and helped change how injured pitchers recover and return to the game.Key Facts
- Tommy John died at the age of 83.
- He was the first person to undergo a specific elbow surgery, now called "Tommy John surgery," which replaces a damaged ligament to save pitchers' careers.
- This surgery was developed by Dr. Frank Jobe in 1974.
- John played for six major league teams, including the Yankees, over a 26-season career.
- He pitched 760 major league games and had a record of 288 wins and 231 losses.
- John continued pitching successfully for 14 seasons after his surgery, until he was 46 years old.
- The Yankees and medical professionals praised his impact on baseball and sports medicine.
- Recently, John had treatment for recurring bladder cancer and said goodbye to fans on social media before passing.
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