Chuck Estrada
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Charles Leonard Estrada
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 1", Weight 185 lb.
- Debut April 21, 1960
- Final Game June 11, 1967
- Born February 15, 1938 in San Luis Obispo, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Chuck Estrada hit one career home run. It was on September 13, 1962 against the Washington Senators. The pitcher was Jack Jenkins.
After his playing career ended, pitcher he was a Texas Rangers coach in 1973 and a member of the San Diego Padres staff from 1978 to 1981. He was later a Cleveland Indians coach in 1983.
He had a brief minor league managing career with the Visalia Mets in 1969. He was the second of three managers that season for a team that finished 80-60, placing second in the California League and losing in the league finals.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1960 Topps All-Star Rookie Team
- AL All-Star (1960)
- AL Wins Leader (1960)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 2 (1960 & 1961)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 3 (1960-1962)
