Iconic Yankees pitcher Tommy John passes away at 83

August 16, 2026 | 3:11pm

The New York Post remembers former MLB pitcher Tommy John, who has passed away at age 83. While pitching for the Yankees, Tommy John became the first player to undergo the elbow surgery that now carries his name. The lefty pitched for 26 seasons in MLB and his impact on the game transcends the mound as thousands of baseball players since him have had Tommy John surgery to extend their careers.