Tommy John Dies at 83

[CardsofSTL]

The 26-year MLB veteran, known for the elbow surgery named after him, died following recent health issues and hospice care. In 1974, after tearing his ulnar collateral ligament with the Dodgers, Dr. Frank Jobe performed the experimental reconstruction that allowed John to return and win 164 more games, posting 31 WAR. He finished with a 288-231 record, 3.34 ERA, 2,245 strikeouts, four All-Star selections, and stints with the Indians, White Sox, Dodgers, Yankees, and Angels.

[CardsofSTL]

He had given this farewell letter to the Yankees to post at the recent old timers' game

[Joe Shlabotnik]

Remind me again, wy isn't he in the Hall of Fame?

He and Curt Flood deserve a place as much for their off field cotributions as on.

[CardsofSTL]

Remind me again, wy isn't he in the Hall of Fame?

He and Curt Flood deserve a place as much for their off field cotributions as on.

I don't disagree but its a product of his era. Used to have to get to that 300 win threshold to have a real chance.

[st.lewis11]

Remind me again, wy isn't he in the Hall of Fame?

He and Curt Flood deserve a place as much for their off field cotributions as on.

I don't disagree but its a product of his era. Used to have to get to that 300 win threshold to have a real chance.

I'm completely with Joe on John & Flood. Besides, Bob Gibson & Koufax weren't 300 game winners, so that's not enough of a valid argument for me.

[CardsofSTL]

Remind me again, wy isn't he in the Hall of Fame?

He and Curt Flood deserve a place as much for their off field cotributions as on.

I don't disagree but its a product of his era. Used to have to get to that 300 win threshold to have a real chance.

I'm completely with Joe on John & Flood. Besides, Bob Gibson & Koufax weren't 300 game winners, so that's not enough of a valid argument for me.

Gibson and Koufax were dominant vs durable. And it is not my argument; it is just what people say. 300 wins was a sure fire hall of famer.

[jagtrader]

Remind me again, wy isn't he in the Hall of Fame?

He and Curt Flood deserve a place as much for their off field cotributions as on.

He was a pretty good pitcher who lasted forever because it was easier in his era.

[Popeye_Card]

His B-R page is awesome.

1975 - Did not play - injured (eponymous surgical procedure)

[heyzeus]

His B-R page is awesome.

1975 - Did not play - injured (eponymous surgical procedure)

That's good.

There should be a wing in the HOF for Dr. Jobe.

[Radbird]

288 wins and 26 seasons = HOF. Results and durability.