Jim Cohen (baseball) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jim Cohen |
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| Born: May 26, 1918 Los Angeles, California |
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| Died: April 23, 2002 (aged 84) Washington, DC |
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| 1946, for the Indianapolis Clowns | |||
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| 1952, for the Indianapolis Clowns | |||
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James Clarence Cohen (May 26, 1918 – April 23, 2002) was a talented baseball pitcher. People called him "Fireball" because he threw the ball so fast! He played in the Negro Leagues during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Who Was Jim "Fireball" Cohen?
Jim Cohen was an American baseball player. He was known for being a strong pitcher. Pitchers are the players who throw the ball to the batter. He played during a time when baseball was segregated. This meant Black players had their own teams and leagues. These were called the Negro Leagues.
Jim Cohen's Early Life and Army Days
Jim Cohen was born in Evergreen, Alabama. When World War II was happening, he joined the U.S. Army. He served his country at Camp Lee, Virginia. After his time in the army, he began his baseball career.
Playing Baseball in the Negro Leagues
In 1946, Jim Cohen started playing professional baseball. He joined the Indianapolis Clowns team. He was a pitcher for the Clowns. He played for this team until 1952.
All-Star Recognition
In 1948, Jim Cohen was chosen for a special game. It was called the East–West All-Star Game. This game was like the All-Star Game in today's Major League Baseball. It featured the best players from the Negro Leagues. Being chosen for this game showed that he was one of the top pitchers.
Later Life
Jim Cohen passed away in Washington, DC in 2002. He was 84 years old. He is remembered as an important player from the Negro Leagues.
