Yankees Release Statement Mourning the Death of Tommy John
Summary
Tommy John, a famous Major League Baseball pitcher, has died at age 83 after battling bladder cancer. He was known for a groundbreaking elbow surgery that extended his career and helped many other pitchers, and the New York Yankees released a statement mourning his death.Key Facts
- Tommy John died at age 83 in Bradenton, Florida, in hospice care due to bladder cancer.
- He is known for "Tommy John surgery," an elbow operation that prolonged his baseball career by 14 years.
- John was a three-time American League All-Star and pitched for several teams, including the New York Yankees.
- The Yankees honored him as a key player and medical pioneer who helped many pitchers continue their careers.
- Earlier in June, John sent a farewell message thanking the Yankees, fans, and his surgeon, Dr. Frank Jobe.
- He played for the Yankees from 1979-82 and again from 1986-89.
- John also played for the Cleveland Guardians, Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, California Angels, and Oakland Athletics.
- The Yankees expressed condolences to his family, including his wife Cheryl and their children.
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