About Jim Walkup
Lived 1909 – 1997 (aged 87). Jim Walkup was an American baseball player.
James Elton Walkup (December 14, 1909 – February 7, 1997), was an American professional baseball player who played pitcher in the Major Leagues from – for the Detroit Tigers and St. Louis Browns.
He was born in Havana, Arkansas, and died in Danville, Arkansas.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Walkup?
American MLB pitcher
When was Jim Walkup born?
Jim Walkup was born on 14 December 1909 in Havana.
When did Jim Walkup die?
Jim Walkup died on 7 February 1997 in Danville.
What was Jim Walkup's occupation?
Jim Walkup was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jim Walkup?
Jim Walkup was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Walkup (right-handed pitcher)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Walkup. https://biography.guide/jim-walkup-baseball-player/
MLA: "Jim Walkup." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-walkup-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Walkup." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-walkup-baseball-player/.
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