RIP - Jim Price

 

Jim Price, a backup catcher for the Tigers from 1967 to 1971, passed away on August 7, 2023 at age 81.

Price played in the Pirates' minor-league system from 1960 to 1966. Initially a corner infielder, he transitioned to catcher in his 2nd season. 

 

He was sold to the Tigers 4 days before the start of the 1967 season, having already appeared on a "Pirates Rookie Stars" card in the 1967 Topps set. 

 

Price went on to back up Bill Freehan for the next 5 seasons, which is to say, he didn't get much playing time. 

 

In December 1971, the Tigers traded for Dodgers' catcher Tom Haller, marking an end to Price's career.

 

Price was a broadcaster for the Tigers from 1993 until one month before his death.  

 

Detroit Free Press obituary  

 

MLB.com obituary