Jim Rutherford

James Hollis Rutherford

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 6' 1", Weight 180 lb.
• School Cornell University
• Debut July 12, 1910
• Final Game July 12, 1910
• Born September 26, 1886 in Stillwater, MN USA
• Died September 18, 1956 in Cleveland, OH USA

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Biographical Information

Jim Rutherford was at Cornell University from 1907-10 and came to the majors in July 1910 for one game. He went 1-for-2 for a .500 batting average.

He was also at Portland that year.

The only other major leaguer through 2008 with the last name Rutherford is Johnny Rutherford.

The Cornell Alumni News from October 1921 mentions that a Jim Rutherford, '10, a member of the board of directors and athletic director, had left for a new opportunity in Cleveland.

Related Sites

Find-A-Grave Memorial for Jim Rutherford