About Charlie Sands Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Charlie Sands:
Charlie Sands (full name: Charles Duane Sands; no nicknames) played catcher from 1967 until 1975 for the New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Pirates, California Angels and Oakland Athletics. He played for the Yankees in 1967, Pirates from 1971 - 1972, Angels from 1973 - 1974 and Athletics in 1975. Over 6 seasons, he played 93 games, hit 6 home runs, drove in 15 runs, and stole 0 bases. Born on December 17, 1947 in Newport News, VA, Sands stands 6' 2" and weighs 200 lb. He attended Newport News (Newport News, VA) high school and was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 21st round of the 1965 amateur draft. His debut was on June 21, 1967 and he played his final game on May 8, 1975. Over his career, Sands made $3,600. Common misspellings of his name include Charles charles charley Charlie charly Duane Sands.