BOSTON, MA - CIRCA 1975: Claudell Washington #19 of the Oakland Athletics dives back into first base against the Boston Red Sox during an Major League Baseball game circa 1975 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. Washington played for the Athletics from 1974-76. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)
Former Oakland A’s outfielder Claudell Washington passed away on Wednesday. He was 65 years old.
Claudell Washington was a solid major league outfielder, best remembered for his time with the Yankees and Braves. He played for seven different teams over his 17 year career, a solid hitter who had a bit of pop and decent speed.