What is Tommy John surgery and why does Dodgers reliever Evan Phillips need it now?

The Los Angeles Dodgers' postseason hopes have been dealt a blow as reliever Evan Phillips is set to undergo Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the season. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the disappointing news after Phillips' attempted return to throwing was unsuccessful. This setback adds to the Dodgers' pitching woes, increasing the pressure to reinforce their bullpen.

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