Charlie Dees

American baseball player and coach

Charlie Dees - American baseball player and coach
Born

June 24th, 1935
90 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player and coach, became well-known during a playing career primarily spent in Major League Baseball. Played as an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia Phillies. Transitioned into coaching, contributing to the development of players in various minor league organizations after retirement from active play.

Played for the Chicago Cubs

Played for the Philadelphia Phillies

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