About Jim Banning
Lived 1865 – 1952 (aged 87). Jim Banning was an American baseball player.
James M. Banning (June 11, 1865 – October 14, 1952) was an American catcher in Major League Baseball in the 19th century. He played for the Washington Nationals of the National League. He appeared in one game in 1888 and two games in 1889 for the Nationals. Banning's minor league career included stints with the Fargo, ND teams of the Red River Valley League in both the 1887 and 1897 seasons. He also appeared in a 25-inning contest for Fargo against Grand Forks, ND in 1891.
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Who was Jim Banning?
American baseball player (1865-1952)
When was Jim Banning born?
Jim Banning was born on 11 June 1865 in New York City.
When did Jim Banning die?
Jim Banning died on 14 October 1952 in Saint Paul.
What was Jim Banning's occupation?
Jim Banning was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jim Banning?
Jim Banning was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Banning. https://biography.guide/jim-banning/
MLA: "Jim Banning." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-banning/.
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