50th anniversary of Tommy John’s famous surgery
By: Bill Ladson | Published: 2026-08-16 17:52:00 | Source: www.mlb.com
It was July 17, 1974. Dodger Stadium. Los Angeles left-hander Tommy John was having a dream season, leading the National League with 13 victories while the team was in first place in the NL West.
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The Dodgers were facing the Expos, and John had started the third inning by allowing a single to Willie Davis, followed by a walk to Bob Bailey. Hal Breeden entered the batter’s box. After two pitches…
