Chris Jones (1980s outfielder)

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Chris Jones
Outfielder
Born: (1957-07-13) July 13, 1957 (age 65)
Los Angeles, California
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
MLB debut
June 8, 1985, for the Houston Astros
Last MLB appearance
June 13, 1986, for the San Francisco Giants
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