Ed White
Born: 4/6/1926 in Anniston, AL, USA
Died: 9/28/1982 in Lakeland, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-09-16 | Final Game: 1955-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Edward Perry White
Biography
Ed White was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, playing as a position player for a short span in 1955. Born in 1926, White made his debut on September 16, 1955, and concluded his playing time just over a week later on September 25, 1955. Despite the limited number of games, he showcased his potential in the three games he played, achieving a batting average of 0.5, with two hits in four at-bats. Although he did not register any home runs or runs batted in, White's contributions to his team during this period reflected the competitive spirit and tenacity of players from that era.
White's career unfolded in the mid-1950s, a time when Major League Baseball was beginning to see the integration of African American players and the emergence of new talent. His time in the league, albeit short, was part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a transformative period. While he may not have left a long-lasting statistical legacy, Ed White remains a part of the narrative of baseball's past, representing the many players who sought to make their mark in the sport during a time of change.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.600 | 0.500 | 1.100 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CHW | AL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | CHA | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa | AL | 1948, 1949, 1950 |