Is Jim Kaat Dutch?

There is little doubt about Jim Kaat being a Dutch American. He was born on November 7, 1938, and grew up, in Zeeland, Michigan, a small town adjacent to Holland, Michigan.

Where did Jim Kaat go to college?

Jim Kaat

Where did Jim Kaat grow?

Kaat grew up and went to high school in Zeeland and then played two season at Hope College in Holland. After his sophomore year he joined Major League Baseball. He played for the Washington Senators for one year. He then was traded to the Minnesota Twins where he spent the major of his career.

How many years did Jim Kaat pitch?

Pitcher Jim Kaat played 25 seasons for 5 teams. He had 283 wins, 237 losses, an earned run average of 3.45, and 2,461 strikeouts. Kaat was selected to play in 3 All-Star Games.