Famed ex-Yankees pitcher Tommy John sends farewell message to fans as he battles health issues
Tommy John, the former New York Yankees pitcher who first underwent the elbow surgery that has been used to further the careers of players for decades, released a statement to fans as the franchise celebrated Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday.John, 83, said in his message he was "saying goodbye" as the team revealed he’s been battling health issues in Florida.ZERO BS. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD.
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Tommy John, the former New York Yankees pitcher who first underwent the elbow surgery that has been used to further the careers of players for decades, released a statement to fans as the franchise celebrated Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday.John, 83, said in his message he was "saying goodbye" as the team revealed he’s been battling health issues in Florida.ZERO BS. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!"I want to thank the Yankees organization & the Steinbrenner family for giving me this opportunity to say goodbye to everyone, along with all the friends & fans who followed me throughout my 26-year career," John’s message read."Thanks to Dr. Jobe, who saved my arm & made it possible for me to continue pitching.
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- Tommy John, the former New York Yankees pitcher who first underwent the elbow surgery that has been used to further the careers of players for decades, released a statement to fans as the franchise celebrated Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday.John, 83, said in his message he was "saying goodbye" as the team revealed he’s been battling health issues in Florida.ZERO BS. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD.
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