About Jesse Duryea
Lived 1859 – 1942 (aged 82). Jesse Duryea was an American baseball player.
James Newton "Jesse" Duryea (September 7, 1859 – August 19, 1942) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball for six seasons. He made his big league debut for Cincinnati Red Stockings as a 29-year-old on April 20, 1889. He came to stay in Cincinnati for another three years, later with the Reds, until he was released in July 1892 and joined Washington Senators. He however played three games with St. Louis Browns the year earlier. During his 13 days long spell at St. Louis, he received his nickname "Cyclone Jim" by Ted Sullivan for his pitching abilities. He played his last MLB game for Washington Senators on July 15, 1893.
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Who was Jesse Duryea?
Major League Baseball pitcher (1859–1942)
When was Jesse Duryea born?
Jesse Duryea was born on 7 September 1859 in Osage.
When did Jesse Duryea die?
Jesse Duryea died on 19 August 1942 in Algona.
What was Jesse Duryea's occupation?
Jesse Duryea was a baseball player.
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Jesse Duryea was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jesse Duryea. https://biography.guide/jesse-duryea/
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