Frank White, baseball player, 160 home runs, 1973-1990

Frank White

Born: 9/4/1950 in Greenville, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1973-06-12 | Final Game: 1990-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Biography

Frank White was a prominent American professional baseball player, known for his versatility and defensive prowess during his career that spanned from 1973 to 1990. Born in 1950, White played the majority of his 2,324 games as a position player, primarily as a second baseman. Over his career, he amassed 2,006 hits, 160 home runs, and 886 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .255. His speed on the base paths was evident in his 178 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively. White was a pivotal figure in the Kansas City Royals organization, where he spent his entire major league career. He earned recognition as a five-time All-Star and was named the American League Championship Series MVP, highlighting his contributions in high-stakes situations. A key player during the late 1970s and 1980s, White's playing style combined solid contact hitting with exceptional fielding skills, making him a cornerstone of the Royals' success in that era. His legacy remains significant, as he is remembered not only for his individual achievements but also for his role in helping to elevate the Royals to prominence in Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2324 7859 912 2006 407 58 160 886 178 412 1035 0.255 0.293 0.383 0.675 -9956.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
42 150 14 32 5 0 2 16 6 21 0.213

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1985 ALCS KCA 7 25 1 5 0 0 0 3 1 2 0.200
1985 WS KCA 7 28 4 7 3 0 1 6 3 4 0.250
1984 ALCS KCA 3 11 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.091
1981 AWDIV KCA 3 11 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.182
1980 WS KCA 6 25 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 5 0.080
1980 ALCS KCA 3 11 3 6 1 0 1 3 0 1 0.545
1978 ALCS KCA 4 13 1 3 0 0 0 2 0 0 0.231
1977 ALCS KCA 5 18 1 5 1 0 0 2 0 4 0.278
1976 ALCS KCA 4 8 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.125

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 2151 2052 4742 6253 179 1382
3B 21 12 16 31 2 2
OF 2 0 0 0 0 0
SS 150 87 186 345 25 75

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 2153
Third Base 21
Shortstop 147
Right Field 1
Designated Hitter 12

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1990 KCA AL $1,150,000
1989 KCA AL $1,000,000
1988 KCA AL $825,000
1987 KCA AL $875,000
1986 KCA AL $485,000
Total Career Earnings $4,335,000