Charlie Dees

Born: 6/24/1935 in Birmingham, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1963-05-26 | Final Game: 1965-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 173 lbs

Full name: Charles Henry Dees

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Biography

Charlie Dees was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1960s. Born in 1935, Dees played as a position player from May 26, 1963, to October 3, 1965. Over the course of his brief but impactful career, he appeared in 98 games, showcasing his skills as a reliable hitter and versatile athlete. Dees finished his time in the majors with a batting average of .265, accumulating 69 hits, including 3 home runs and 29 RBIs. His speed on the bases was evident as he successfully stole 5 bases throughout his career. Dees played during a transformative era in baseball, transitioning from the golden age of the game to a time when the sport was beginning to see significant changes in player dynamics and fan engagement. While his career may not have been as lengthy as some of his contemporaries, Dees' contributions to his teams and his ability to perform under pressure left a lasting impression on those who witnessed his play. His journey through the major leagues exemplified the spirit of determination and athleticism that characterized many players of that time.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
98	260	27	69	12	1	3	29	5	13	43	0.265	0.319	0.354	0.673	505.3

Career AVG .265 vs. league average .247 across their career seasons — +7.2% above league average.

Career OBP .319 vs. league average .311 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .354 vs. league average .374 across their career seasons — 5.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.673 vs. league average 0.685 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1963	LAA	AL	60	202	23	62	11	1	3	27	3	11	31	0.307	.246 (+25%)	.308 (+17%)	.371 (+12%)	.680 (+14%)	505.3
1964	LAA	AL	26	26	3	2	1	0	0	1	1	1	4	0.077	—	—	—	—	0.0
1965	LAA	AL	12	32	1	5	0	0	0	1	1	1	8	0.156	—	—	—	—	0.0