Jim Abbott Biography

Jim Abbott is a famous American Former Professional Baseball Pitcher, who was born on Sep 19, 1967 in Flint, United Sattes. Find Jim Abbott age, wife, net worth, height, weight, education, career, family, images, biography & more updates. Get information about Jim Abbott’s all key achievements or accomplishments, including professional and personal life detail.

Personal Profile About Jim Abbott

James Anthony Abbott is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in MLB for the California Angels, New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Milwaukee Brewers between 1989 and 1999. In 1988 he pitched a complete game to help the U.S. win Olympic gold. He threw a no-hitter for the Yankees against the Cleveland Indians in 1993.

The Jim Abbott biography shows that he was born without a right hand. He attended Flint Central High School as a standout pitcher and quarterback. He enrolled at the University of Michigan, where he played college baseball for three seasons. He made his MLB debut for the California Angels in 1989. After retiring, he settled in California and then in Michigan.

Jim Abbott Wife

Jim Abbott wife is Dana Abbott (formerly Dana Douty). The couple married in 1991. They currently reside in California and have two daughters, Madeleine and Ella. Dana has maintained a private profile, and little about her has been made public.

Jim Abbott Family

Jim Abbott family includes his parents, Mike and Kathy Abbott. Mike worked selling cars and as a meatpacker, while his mother took courses to help support the family. His parents recognized his disability early on but raised him to be independent and never treated him as inferior because of it. As an adult, Abbott built his own family.

Jim Abbott Net Worth

Jim Abbott net worth is estimated to be between $6 million and $8 million. However, it is not confirmed. His wealth comes primarily from his ten-year MLB career, during which he is estimated to have earned roughly $10 million to $15 million in total contracts. He also earns as a motivational speaker and an author and through occasional media and coaching work.

Jim Abbott Age

Jim Abbott age is 58 Years old. He was born on September 19, 1967, in Flint, Michigan, United States. He grew up in the city's East Village area. He made his MLB debut at just 22 years old on April 8, 1989, becoming a rookie starter for the California Angels and finishing fifth in that year's American League Rookie of the Year voting.