Background
Thomas, James Leroy was born on February 5, 1936.
professional sports team executive
Thomas, James Leroy was born on February 5, 1936.
Outfielder-1st baseman Yankees, Angels, Red Sox, Braves, Cubs, Astros, Nankai Hawks, Japan, 1969. Triple-A player-coach St. Louis Cardinals, Tulsa, 1970-1971, bullpen coach, 1971-1972, manager minor league Sarasota, 1973, Modesto, 1974, assistant sales and promotions department, traveling secretary, 1976-1980, director player development, 1981-1988. Vice president player personnel Philadelphia Phillies, 1988, vice president, general manager, 1988-1992, senior vice president, general manager, since 1993.
Married Susan Thomas. Children: Scott, Matthew.