Jim Abbott is a retired American Major League Baseball pitcher, who was born on September 19, 1967, in Flint, Michigan, USA. He is best known for his remarkable ability to pitch despite being born without a right hand. Jim Abbott played college baseball for the University of Michigan, where he was a standout pitcher and helped lead the team to two Big Ten Conference championships. He then went on to play professionally in the Major Leagues for ten seasons, from 1989 to 1999, for teams such as the California Angels, New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox. Despite the challenges of having only one hand, Jim Abbott had a successful career as a pitcher, winning 87 games and pitching a no-hitter in 1993 while playing for the New York Yankees. He was known for his exceptional control and accuracy on the mound, and was a three-time Gold Glove Award winner. After retiring from baseball, Jim Abbott became a motivational speaker and author, sharing his story of overcoming adversity and achieving success despite his physical limitations. He has written several books, including his autobiography "Imperfect: An Improbable Life," which was published in 2012. Jim Abbott remains an inspiration to many, both on and off the field.