Jim Deshaies Net Worth, Age, Height, Bio, Birthday, Wiki!
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Updated on April 08, 2026
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Jim Deshaies Biography
Jim Deshaies is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on June 23, 1960 in Massena, New York, United States.
Deshaies made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees on August 7, 1984. He set a milestone in his debut by being the 1,000th person to play an official game for the New York Yankees. Deshaies was the losing pitcher that day, after giving up four earned runs in four innings pitched in a 6–3 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Six days later, he lasted three innings in a no decision start against the Cleveland Indians. Those would be Deshaies‘ only two appearances for the New York Yankees, who traded him to the Houston Astros on September 15, 1985, for Joe Niekro.
Deshaies was a mainstay on the Astros’ rotation from 1986 to 1991, pitching in 25 or more starts in each of those seasons. His best season was 1989, when he posted a 15–10 record, with a 2.91 earned run average (ERA]), and 153 strikeouts. On May 2 that year, Mike Schmidt hit his 548th, and final, home run off Deshaies.
| Name | Jim Deshaies |
| First Name | Jiro |
| Last Name | Aichi |
| Occupation | Baseball Player |
| Birthday | June 23 |
| Birth Year | 1960 |
| Place of Birth | Massena |
| Home Town | New York |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Kelly Deshaies, Molly Deshaies, Libby Deshaies |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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In 1992, Deshaies and the Astros parted ways. Afterward, he made year-to-year stints with the San Diego Padres, Minnesota Twins (twice), San Francisco Giants, and Philadelphia Phillies. Deshaies retired following his release by the Phillies, on July 31, 1995.
Jim Deshaies Net Worth
Jim Deshaies is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jim Deshaies's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
James Joseph Deshaies (born June 23, 1960), also known as “JD”, is an American former professional baseball left-handed starting pitcher, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 6 teams, over the course of 12 big league seasons. He is currently a color commentator for broadcasts of Chicago Cubs games.
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Baseball Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Deshaies was a commentator for Astros’ TV broadcasts from 1997 to 2012, along with Bill Brown. Deshaies gained respect as an analyst and enjoyed very high popularity with Astros fans during his tenure. He is the co-host of the “J.D. and Dave’s Excellent Offseason Adventure” in the offseason and occasionally serves as an analyst for Fox Major League Baseball.
In 2001, Deshaies ran a tongue-in-cheek campaign urging Baseball Writers’ Association of America voters to elect him to the Hall of Fame, knowing full well he would not qualify for the honor. Deshaies‘ goal of receiving one vote in the Hall of Fame election was achieved when Houston Chronicle writer John Lopez voted for him.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Jim Deshaies height Not available right now. Jiro weight 99.8 kg & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | 99.8 kg |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
On September 23, 1986, in a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Deshaies set a major-league record by striking out the first eight batters of the game. The following year, the Topps company inserted a trading card into its 1987 set honoring this accomplishment. This feat was equaled by Jacob deGrom on September 14, 2014, and Germán Márquez on September 26, 2018.
Deshaies‘ first full season was with the 1986 Houston Astros. Still considered a rookie, he posted 12 wins, good for the Astros’ rookie record, later broken by Roy Oswalt in 2001.
Who is Jim Deshaies Dating?
According to our records, Jim Deshaies is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Jim Deshaies’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Jim Deshaies. You may help us to build the dating records for Jim Deshaies!Deshaies moved to the Chicago Cubs’ TV broadcast for the 2013–16 seasons. On January 10, 2017, the Cubs announced extensions for both Deshaies and play-by-play man Len Kasper through 2019.
Facts & Trivia
Jiro Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jim Deshaies celebrates birthday on June 23 of every year.
When referring to Deshaies, ESPN sportscaster Chris Berman’s quirky catchphrase for Deshaies was, “Jim ‘Two Silhouettes on’ Deshaies” (after lyrics from the popular song, “Silhouettes”).
Who is filling in for Jim Deshaies?
Former Chicago Cubs players Kerry Wood and Ryan Dempster will fill in for television color analyst Jim “JD” Deshaies over the weekend. Deshaies will not being able to cover the following two games because he will be in attendance for the graduation of his daughter Kelly.
Did Jim Deshaies ever throw a no hitter?
3 Deshaies progressed through the Yankees’ minor league system, posting an 11-3 record with a 2.52 ERA in Class A ball in 1983 and a 13-7 record in Class AA and AAA with a 2.49 ERA in 1984. He threw a seven-inning no-hitter for Nashville in 1984 against a Houston Astros’ affiliate.
Is Jim Deshaies married?
Deshaies family wife Lori and daughters Libby, Molly and Kelly will move to Chicago after Kelly, the youngest, graduates high school next year. Libby is a second-year law student at the University of Illinois in Champaign, and Molly is a teacher.
Who did Jim Deshaies play for?
All teams
Is Jim Deshaies still with Marquee Sports Network?
Jim Deshaies Deshaies joined the Chicago Cubs broadcast booth as a color commentator in 2013, and 2022 marks his 10th season calling Cubs games. Deshaies was part of Marquee’s first game broadcast as he was in the booth for the Cubs Spring Training victory at Sloan Park, February 22, 2020.
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