Jim O'Toole
Major League Baseball pitcher and All-Star
Born
1937
89 years ago
Died
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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