Tommy John in Hospice Care, Sends Farewell to Yankees
The legendary pitcher, whose name is synonymous with elbow surgery, is in end-of-life care at his home in Bradenton, Florida.
Tommy John, the former Yankees pitcher best known for the reconstructive elbow surgery that bears his name, is currently in hospice care in Bradenton, Florida. He recorded a farewell message to fans, former teammates, and the Yankees organization on the occasion of the team's 78th Old-Timers' Day. Hospice care indicates a terminal prognosis with a focus on comfort rather than curative treatment. John's message was shared publicly by the Yankees organization.
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