Former Tigers backup catcher and radio broadcaster Jim Price died today, Tuesday:

“All of us with the Detroit Tigers are deeply saddened to learn of Jim Price’s passing,” Tigers Chairman and CEO, Chris Ilitch, said in a statement. “Jim was a champion on the field, in the broadcast booth, and throughout the community. That Jim was with the organization for much of his life, doing what he loved, is such a powerful sign of his dedication and loyalty to the Tigers and the city of Detroit. Those are among the many reasons Jim was one of my mother and father’s favorite people, and they had such a strong relationship for many years. The thoughts of my family, and everyone across baseball, are with Jim’s wife, Lisa, and the entire Price family.”

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My thoughts go out to his family and friends.

Price hit like a backup catcher, posting a .214/.287/.341 slash line. The 1969 season was his best, as seventeen of his 45 went for extra bases and he drew eighteen walks in 214 PA.