Sheldon was born in Montebello, California, and graduated from Montebello High School. The Brewers drafted him out of Loyola Marymount University in the 22nd round of the 1972 amateur draft. He broke into the majors in April 1974, his third pro season.
His most sustained tenure in MLB came in 1975, when Sheldon started in 45 games for the Brewers at either second base or designated hitter, and had a batting average of .287. Overall, he collected 67 hits in his 94 games in the majors, including eight doubles and five triples, along with 17 runs batted in.
His pro career concluded after the 1977 season.

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