About Jim Todd
Lived 1947 – 2025 (aged 77). Jim Todd was an American baseball player.
James Richard Todd, Jr. (September 21, 1947 – February 3, 2025) was an American professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1974 to 1979 for the Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics, and Seattle Mariners.
Biography After pitching in college for Parsons College and Millersville State College, Todd was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 10th round of the 1969 Major League Baseball draft. He pitched in their organization through his major league debut in 1974, when he went 4–2 with three saves. Shortly before the 1975 season, Todd was traded to the Oakland Athletics for cash and player to be named later (Champ Summers).
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Who was Jim Todd?
American baseball player
When was Jim Todd born?
Jim Todd was born on 21 September 1947 in Lancaster.
When did Jim Todd die?
Jim Todd died on 3 February 2025.
What was Jim Todd's occupation?
Jim Todd was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jim Todd?
Jim Todd was American.
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· DBpedia: Jim Todd (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Todd. https://biography.guide/jim-todd-baseball-player/
MLA: "Jim Todd." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-todd-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Todd." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-todd-baseball-player/.
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