George Washington
Born: 6/4/1907 in Linden, TX, USA
Died: 2/17/1985 in Linden, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-17 | Final Game: 1936-06-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Sloan Vernon Washington
Biography
George Washington was a professional baseball player born in 1907, who played as a position player from 1935 until 1936. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 128 games, where he showcased his skills as a reliable hitter and a determined competitor. Washington finished his time in Major League Baseball with a batting average of .268, accumulating 104 hits, including 9 home runs, and driving in 52 runs. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by his speed on the base paths, as he recorded 1 stolen base.
Washington's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball history, just prior to the onset of World War II and amid the tail end of the Golden Age of baseball. His performance reflected the competitive spirit of the era, where players often had to adapt to the evolving strategies of the game. Although his time in the majors was relatively short, his contributions to his teams during those seasons remain a part of the tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128 | 388 | 46 | 104 | 24 | 3 | 9 | 52 | 1 | 11 | 22 | 0.268 | 0.294 | 0.415 | 0.708 | -413.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | CHW | AL | 108 | 339 | 40 | 96 | 22 | 3 | 8 | 47 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 0.283 | -56.2 |
| 1936 | CHW | AL | 20 | 49 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.163 | -357.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 91 | 0 | 150 | 12 | 5 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | CHA | OF | 79 | 0 | 137 | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| 1936 | CHA | OF | 12 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 91 |