About Jim Rooker Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Jim Rooker:
Jim Rooker (full name: James Phillip Rooker; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1968 until 1980 for the Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals and Pittsburgh Pirates. He played for the Tigers in 1968, Royals from 1969 - 1972 and Pirates from 1973 - 1980. Over 13 seasons, he started 255 games, won 103 games, struck out 976 batters, and had a 3.46 ERA. Born on September 23, 1942 in Lakeview, OR, Rooker stands 6' 0" and weighs 195 lb. He attended high school. His debut was on June 30, 1968 and he played his final game on May 2, 1980. Over his career, Rooker made $23,000. Common misspellings of his name include James james Jim jimmie jimmy Phillip Rooker.