James Francis Ray (December 1, 1944 – May 26, 2005) was an American right-handed professional baseball pitcher, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1965–1966 and 1968–1974 for the Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers. Born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, he attended Holly High School in Holly, Michigan, and was signed by the Baltimore Orioles in 1963. For his career, Ray appeared in 308 Major League games, all but 20 in relief, and notched 25 saves. Although Ray died on May 26, 2005 in Margate, Florida.