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Athletics Franchise · 1961–1962

Jim Archer

Pitcher2 seasons1961–1962

Biography

Jim Archer was a Major League Baseball pitcher, born May 25, 1932 in Max Meadows, VA. A left-handed pitcher listed at 6' 0" and 190 pounds, Jim Archer debuted on April 30, 1961 and last played on September 19, 1962.

Across 57 big-league appearances, Jim Archer went 9-16 with a 3.94 ERA, 122 strikeouts, and 233.0 innings pitched.

Every one of Jim's Athletics seasons is listed below. Explore more through the franchise history, the rosters by year, and the full player index.

Born
May 25, 1932
Birthplace
Max Meadows, VA
Position
Pitcher
Bats / Throws
Right / Left
Height / Weight
6' 0", 190 lb
MLB Debut
April 30, 1961
Final Game
September 19, 1962
Seasons with A's
2

MLB Career Statistics

Career pitching totals across 57 appearances, and the year-by-year line. Figures from the MLB Stats API.

WLERAGGSSVIPSOBBWHIP
9163.9457285233.0122701.35
YearTeamWLERAIPSO
1961Kansas City Athletics9153.20205.1110
1962Kansas City Athletics019.4327.212

Season-by-Season

1962Kansas City AthleticsPitcher1961Kansas City AthleticsPitcher

With the Athletics

With the Athletics franchise, Jim Archer appears across the 1961 and 1962 seasons (Kansas City Athletics).

In an Athletics uniform, Jim Archer pitched in 57 games with 122 strikeouts. Every A's season is captured on the franchise rosters below.

Teammates & Related Players

Players who shared a franchise roster with Jim Archer.

John WyattBilly BryanWayne CauseyArt DitmarJerry LumpeDan PfisterDave WickershamDeron Johnson

Frequently Asked Questions

What position did Jim Archer play?
Jim Archer was a pitcher who batted right-handed and threw left-handed.
When did Jim Archer play for the Athletics?
Jim Archer appears on the Athletics franchise roster in 1961 and 1962.
Where was Jim Archer born?
Jim Archer was born on May 25, 1932 in Max Meadows, VA.
What were Jim Archer's MLB career stats?
Over 57 games from 1961, Jim Archer went 9-16 with a 3.94 ERA and 122 strikeouts.

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