Jim Abbott honored with Jimmy V Award at 2026 ESPY Awards

Jim Abbott, the former MLB pitcher born without a right hand, will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at the 2026 ESPY Awards on July 15. Abbott, who spent 10 years in the major leagues and won a gold medal in baseball at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, has inspired many through his achievements. This recognition follows the Peabody Award win for the ESPN documentary 'Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott.' Abbott’s career included a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians in 1993, highlighting his significant contributions to baseball despite his physical limitations.

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