Tommy John, MLB pitcher and namesake of revolutionary elbow surgery, dies at 83

Former MLB pitcher Tommy John, who is best known as the namesake of a pioneering elbow surgery that extended his career, passed away Saturday at age 83, according to a statement from the New York Yankees.

​ Former MLB pitcher Tommy John, who is best known as the namesake of a pioneering elbow surgery that extended his career, passed away Saturday at age 83, according to a statement from the New York Yankees. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN