Ed Charles

Baseball player and coach, 1969 World Series

Ed Charles - Baseball player and coach, 1969 World Series
Born

April 29th, 1933
92 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional baseball primarily as a third baseman. Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1958 with the Kansas City Athletics. Played for multiple teams, including the New York Mets, contributing to their 1969 World Series Championship victory. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, influencing young players in the sport.

Debuted with Kansas City Athletics in 1958

Played a key role in the 1969 Mets' World Series win

Coached youth baseball programs after retirement

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