James Newsom Roberts (October 13, 1895 in Artesia, Mississippi – June 24, 1984 in Columbus, Mississippi), nicknamed "Big Jim", was a pitcher in Major League Baseball. He pitched in twelve games for the Brooklyn Robins during the 1924 and 1925 seasons. He attended Mississippi State University.
Jim Roberts
Given name: | James Newsom Roberts |
Nicknames: | Big Jim |
Primary Pos: | Pitcher |
Hght/Wght: | 6'3" / 205 lbs |
Bats/Throws: | R / R |
Born: | Oct 13, 1895 in Artesia, MS |
Died: | Jun 24, 1984 in Columbus, MS (88 years old) |
Debut: | Jul 15, 1924 |