Jim Morris MLB Debut, Highlights, & Pitching Mechanics

Jim Morris, who was depicted in the movie "The Rookie", made his Major League debut with Tampa Bay at 35 years-old after working as a high school teacher and baseball coach. 0:00 Jim Morris makes MLB debut | 9/18/1999 3:55 Throws scoreless 8th inning in second MLB appearance | 9/20/1999 5:18 Throws scoreless 5th inning against the Yankees | 10/3/1999 6:26 Throws 1.1 scoreless innings while striking out 3 batters | 4/12/2000 7:16 Jim Morris Pitching Mechanics