Jim Wilson (wilsoji02)
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James Alger Wilson
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Weight 200 lb.
- School San Diego State University
- Debut April 18, 1945
- Final Game September 14, 1958
- Born February 20, 1922 in San Diego, CA USA
- Died September 2, 1986 in Newport Beach, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Three time All-Star in 1954, 1955, and 1956.
Was a scout for the Houston Astros for eight years. He was hired by the Milwaukee Brewers as director of scouting and farm development in 1971, becoming vice-president in 1972. He then became the first head of the Major League Scouting Bureau.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 3-time All-Star (1954-1956)
- AL Shutouts Leader (1957)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1957)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 4 (1952 & 1955-1957)
| Preceded by Frank Lane | Milwaukee Brewers General Manager 1973-1974 | Succeeded by Jim Baumer |
