Tommy John's legacy endures through the surgery that saved thousands of careers, from his 1974 pioneering procedure to today's 40% of MLB pitchers. His name evokes both fear and gratitude, immortalizing a humble player alongside baseball's greatest figures.
Tommy John Dies at 83, Leaving Baseball a Second Chance
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