Tommy John, a former left-handed pitcher who lent his name to a surgery that has impacted Major League Baseball more than any other, died on Saturday at 83 years old.
A four-time All-Star, John pitched for six organizations during a 26-year career. He was a reliable starter for many years, racking up 288 wins and a 3.34 ERA during his time in the majors. Instead of his on-field exploits, John will forever be known for the surgery he underwent on September 25, 1974.
