Jim Clinton

Jim Clinton was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1872 until 1886, during the formative years of Major League Baseball. Born in 1850, Clinton's career unfolded during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, transitioning from its early roots to a more organized and competitive structure. He made his Major League debut on May 18, 1872, and continued to showcase his skills on the mound until his final game on July 15, 1886. Throughout his career, Clinton recorded a pitching record of 1-15, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 2.94, demonstrating his ability to limit runs in an era characterized by less specialized pitching techniques and varied playing conditions. Over the course of his time in the league, he struck out 9 batters, reflecting the challenges pitchers faced in racking up strikeouts during the early years of the game. While he did not achieve the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the sport during its adolescence were significant, as he participated in the establishment of the pitching role in professional baseball.