Chuck Stevens

Baseball player, Chicago Cubs 1944

Chuck Stevens - Baseball player, Chicago Cubs 1944
Born

July 10th, 1918
106 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs in 1944. He began his professional career in the minor leagues before making his way to the Cubs. Stevens also played in the Western Association, showcasing skills as an outfielder. His tenure in the major leagues was relatively brief, but he remains a part of the Cubs' history.

Played for the Chicago Cubs in 1944

Competed in the Western Association

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