Jim Price

Baseball player for Detroit Tigers

Jim Price - Athletes & Sports Figures born October 13th, 1941
Born
Died

2023
3 years ago — 82 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

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United States

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A professional baseball player, primarily served as a catcher. Played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1965 to 1972, predominantly with the Detroit Tigers. Contributed to the team's success in the 1968 World Series, where the Tigers triumphed over the St. Louis Cardinals. Also played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and appeared in the MLB All-Star Game in 1970.

Played in the 1968 World Series with Detroit Tigers

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 1970

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