Yankees Legends Pay Tribute to Tommy John
Summary
Tommy John, a former Major League Baseball pitcher, died at age 83. Several former New York Yankees players and the team doctor honored his legacy as a competitor and a pioneer in sports medicine.Key Facts
- Tommy John played as a pitcher for several MLB teams, including the Yankees, Dodgers, and White Sox.
- He appeared in 760 MLB games and had a career win-loss record of 288-231.
- John was known for his strong competitiveness and consistency on the field.
- His name is linked to a famous surgery, "Tommy John surgery," that has helped many injured athletes continue their careers.
- John was on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot for 15 years but never received enough votes for induction.
- Former teammates Don Mattingly and Willie Randolph shared their condolences and praised his character.
- The Yankees’ current team doctor Dr. Chris Ahmad recognized John's impact on sports medicine.
- Tommy John was receiving treatment for a return of bladder cancer before his passing.
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