About Jim Ball
Lived 1884 – 1963 (aged 79). Jim Ball was an American baseball player.
James Chandler Ball (February 22, 1884 – April 7, 1963) was an American professional baseball player who played in the National League for parts of two season spanning 1907–1908. Born in Harford County, Maryland, he was drafted by the Boston Doves from the Baltimore Orioles of the Eastern League in the 1907 rule 5 draft and played in 10 games that season. He was released from the Doves in January 1908. On August 22, 1908, his contract was later purchased by the Boston Doves from the Baltimore and played in 6 games that season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Ball?
American baseball player (1884-1963)
When was Jim Ball born?
Jim Ball was born on 22 February 1884 in Harford County.
When did Jim Ball die?
Jim Ball died on 7 April 1963 in Glendale.
What was Jim Ball's occupation?
Jim Ball was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jim Ball?
Jim Ball was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Ball (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Ball. https://biography.guide/jim-ball-baseball-player/
MLA: "Jim Ball." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-ball-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Ball." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-ball-baseball-player/.
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