About Jim Scott
Lived 1888 – 1972 (aged 83). Jim Scott was an American baseball player.
John William Scott (September 3, 1887 – December 2, 1962), also known as Jim Scott, was an American professional baseball shortstop who played from 1909 through 1915, including part of the 1914 season with the Pittsburgh Rebels of the Federal League (considered a major league). Listed at and , he threw and batted right-handed.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Scott?
American baseball player
When was Jim Scott born?
Jim Scott was born on 22 September 1888 in Shenandoah.
When did Jim Scott die?
Jim Scott died on 12 May 1972 in South Pasadena.
What was Jim Scott's occupation?
Jim Scott was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jim Scott?
Jim Scott was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Scott (shortstop)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Scott. https://biography.guide/jim-scott-baseball-player-1888/
MLA: "Jim Scott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-scott-baseball-player-1888/.
Chicago: "Jim Scott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-scott-baseball-player-1888/.
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