About Jim Norris Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Jim Norris:
Jim Norris (full name: James Francis Norris; no nicknames) played outfielder and first baseman from 1977 until 1980 for the Cleveland Indians and Texas Rangers. He played for the Indians from 1977 - 1979 and Rangers in 1980. Over 4 seasons, he played 489 games, hit 7 home runs, drove in 173 runs, and stole 59 bases. Born on December 20, 1948 in Brooklyn, NY, Norris stands 5' 10" and weighs 175 lb. He attended Seaford (Seaford, NY) high school and was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 5th round of the 1971 amateur draft (January Secondary). His debut was on April 7, 1977 and he played his final game on October 5, 1980. Over his career, Norris made $74,000. Common misspellings of his name include James Francis james Jim jimmie jimmy Norris.