Tommy John spent 26 years in MLB, pitching for the Indians, White Sox, Dodgers, Yankees, Angels, and A's from 1963-89.
He was a 4X All-Star, but he is most famous for undergoing experimental surgery by Dr. Frank Jobe in 1974, and missed the entire 1975 season, while rehabbing his elbow.
He accumulated 288 wins during his career, most of which came after his surgery.
He was the Opening Day starter for the White Sox in 1966 and for the Yankees in 1989!
In 2023, 25.3% of pitchers in MLB had undergone Tommy John surgery!