Yankees mourn ‘longtime favorite’ Tommy John after his death at 83

Source: New York Post

The Yankees memorialized Tommy John on Sunday after the former pitcher died at 83 years old, releasing a statement in his memory. “The New York Yankees mourn the passing of Tommy John, who was a bedrock of our rotation during his time in pinstripes and a longtime favorite of Yankee fans,” the statement read. “While his incredible longevity and post-surgery achievements changed the fortunes and trajectory of countless athletes around the world, it also overshadowed his excellence as a pitcher, which included consecutive 20-win seasons with the Yankees.