What is Jim Fanning's middle name?
James
What is Jim Fanning's full name?
William James Fanning
Jim Fanning date of birth:
September 14, 1927
How old was Jim Fanning when died?
87
Where was Jim Fanning born?
Chicago, IL
When did Jim Fanning die?
April 25, 2015
How tall is Jim Fanning?
5' 11" (180 cm)
How much does Jim Fanning weigh?
180 lbs (81.6 kg)
What is Jim Fanning nationality?
American
Where did Jim Fanning go to school?
Moneta (Moneta, IA)
Where did Jim Fanning go to university?
Buena Vista University
What is Jim Fanning's occupation?
Former Major League Baseball Player
Short Biography
William James Fanning (September 14, 1927 – April 25, 2015) was an American-Canadian catcher, manager and front office executive in Major League Baseball. Often called "Gentleman Jim", Fanning was the first general manager of the Montreal Expos of the National League (appointed in August 1968), and served the Expos in a number of capacities for almost 25 years. As their field manager in 1981, he guided Montreal into the playoffs for the only time in the 36-year history of the franchise.