“In 1968, he was limited to 10 minor league games, with no appearances for the Orioles. The outlook on his career was so bleak, Palmer considered quitting baseball to attend college or trying to be a position player.”

When I was looking at his career stats at this point in his storied career as an ace for the Baltimore Orioles, I wondered why 68 was so dismal. I wonder if Earl Weaver was the problem?! lol (Those who know; know)

Jim Palmer - 1979 Kelloggs

Jim Palmer - 1979 Kelloggs

I can remember pulling that Jim Palmer auto in the mall as a kid. I got the pack and went to sit outside KB toys 🧸 went crazy

Jim Palmer's fun fact is that he was nicknamed "Cakes" because he often ate pancakes on the days he pitched. He was also the youngest pitcher to throw a complete game shutout in the World Series.