Charlie Dees
American baseball player and coach
Born
June 24th, 1935
89 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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