Jim O'Toole

Major League Baseball pitcher and All-Star

Jim O'Toole - Major League Baseball pitcher and All-Star
Born

1937
88 years ago

Died

December 26th, 2015
9 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago White Sox during a career spanning from 1958 to 1966. Achieved recognition for outstanding performance in the 1963 season, leading the National League in earned run average (ERA) with a remarkable 2.57. Selected for the All-Star team in 1964, further showcasing pitching skills at the highest level in Major League Baseball. Concluded career with a record of 89 wins and 77 losses over his time in the league.

Led National League in earned run average in 1963

Selected for the All-Star team in 1964

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