Jim Gantner (full name: James Elmer Gantner; no nicknames) played second baseman and third baseman from 1976 until 1992 for the Milwaukee Brewers. He played for the Brewers from 1976 - 1992. Over 17 seasons, he played 1801 games, hit 47 home runs, drove in 726 runs, and stole 137 bases. Born on January 5, 1953 in Fond du Lac, WI, Gantner stands 6' 0" and weighs 180 lb. He attended high school and was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 12th round of the 1974 amateur draft. His debut was on September 3, 1976 and he played his final game on October 3, 1992. Over his career, Gantner made $6,637,500. Common misspellings of his name include James Elmer james Jim jimmie jimmy Gantner gatner.