Orthopedic surgeon Frank Jobe first performed what came to be known as Tommy John surgery on September 25, 1974, on pitcher Tommy John, who was playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. John went on to pitch for 14 seasons after that surgery, which has become common and is credited with extending the careers of countless major league players.
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