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Tommy John's Legacy Lives On | San Antonio News
Tommy John, the baseball legend whose name forever changed the game, has died at 83. The first MLB pitcher to return to the mound after pioneering elbow surgery in 1974 — a procedure Dr. Frank Jobe deemed a 1% chance of success — John’s bravery opened doors for thousands. A 26-year career, four All-Star nods, and over 2,000 strikeouts weren’t enough to capture his legacy. His post-surgery dominance and enduring spirit reshaped sports medicine and baseball’s future, proving that courage can rewrite history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…
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