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Charles Hudson
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Pitcher
Born: (1959-03-16) March 16, 1959 (age 66)
Ennis, Texas, U.S.
Batted: Right Threw: Right
debut
May 31, 1983, for the Philadelphia Phillies
Last appearance
August 11, 1989, for the Detroit Tigers
MLB statistics
Win–loss record 50–60
Earned run average 4.14
Strikeouts 580
Teams

Charles Lynn Hudson (born March 16, 1959) is a former American professional baseball player. He was a starting pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Charles played for the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, and Detroit Tigers. His career in the MLB lasted from 1983 to 1989.

Early Life of Charles Hudson

Charles Hudson was born in Ennis, Texas. He went to South Oak Cliff High School. After high school, he attended Prairie View A & M University. This university is part of the Texas A & M University System.

Charles Hudson's Baseball Career

Playing for the Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies picked Charles Hudson in the 1981 baseball draft. He joined their main team in 1983. In his first year, he played in the 1983 World Series. He started two games as a pitcher in that series.

Time with the New York Yankees

In 1987, Charles Hudson moved to the New York Yankees. He was traded for two other players, Tom Barrett and Mike Easler. Charles played for the Yankees for two seasons. After that, he was traded again. This time, he went to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Tom Brookens.

Joining the Detroit Tigers

Charles Hudson played for the Detroit Tigers. Later in his career, he faced some challenges. He was invited to spring training in 1995. This invitation came from the Chicago Cubs baseball team.

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