Jim Reed was a professional baseball player who played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was born on March 1, 1936, in Birmingham, Alabama. Reed made his MLB debut on April 15, 1960, and played for several teams, including the New York Mets and the Kansas City Athletics. Throughout his career, Reed was known for his speed and defensive skills. He played in a total of 162 games over four seasons, primarily in the 1960s. After retiring from baseball, he continued to be involved in the sport in various capacities.