About Mike Kume
Lived 1926 – 2012 (aged 86). Mike Kume was an American baseball player.
John Michael Kume (May 19, 1926 – November 26, 2012) was an American professional baseball player. He was a right-handed pitcher who debuted with the Kansas City Athletics during the season.
Kume stood tall and weighed . He made his Major League debut at age 29 after spending eight seasons in the Athletics' farm system, signing with them in 1948 when they were still based in Philadelphia. As a Major Leaguer, he allowed 35 hits, 15 bases on balls, and 21 earned runs in innings, striking out seven.
His pro career lasted 12 seasons (and 734 minor league games), all in the Athletics' organization.
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Who was Mike Kume?
American baseball player
When was Mike Kume born?
Mike Kume was born on 19 May 1926 in Premier.
When did Mike Kume die?
Mike Kume died on 26 November 2012 in Richmond.
What was Mike Kume's occupation?
Mike Kume was a baseball player.
What nationality was Mike Kume?
Mike Kume was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mike Kume. https://biography.guide/mike-kume/
MLA: "Mike Kume." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mike-kume/.
Chicago: "Mike Kume." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mike-kume/.
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