Tommy John shares farewell letter with fans during Yankees Old-Timers' Day
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:29 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Tommy John released a farewell letter to fans and friends on August 8, 2026, amid ongoing health issues. The letter was issued through the New York Yankees during their 78th Old-Timers’ Day event, where former players gathered for a reunion. John has been battling bladder cancer since 2024 and is currently in hospice care at his home in Florida. In his letter, he expressed gratitude to the Yankees organization and reflected on his baseball career, which spanned 26 years and included the pioneering elbow surgery that now bears his name.
- •Tommy John announced his bladder cancer diagnosis in 2024.
- •He is currently receiving hospice care in Florida.
- •John's career included innovative elbow surgery performed by Dr. Frank Jobe.
- •He was a four-time All-Star, finishing with a 288-231 record.
- •The Yankees celebrated Old-Timers’ Day with former players in attendance.
- 6:29 PMYahoo Sports — Former Yankees SP Tommy John pens 'goodbye' letter to fans amid health issues
- 6:19 PMYahoo Sports — Former Yankees pitcher Tommy John shares emotional message as he deals with health issues
"Former Yankees pitcher Tommy John would send the fanbase a message, as he is currently dealing with health issues.
"John announced his battle with bladder cancer in 2024.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 6:29 PMFormer Yankees SP Tommy John pens 'goodbye' letter to fans amid health issues
John announced his battle with bladder cancer in 2024.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 6:19 PMFormer Yankees pitcher Tommy John shares emotional message as he deals with health issues
Former Yankees pitcher Tommy John would send the fanbase a message, as he is currently dealing with health issues.
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