Fuzz White
Born: 6/27/1916 in Springfield, MO, USA
Died: 4/24/2003 in Springfield, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1940-09-17 | Final Game: 1947-05-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Albert Eugene White
Biography
Fuzz White, born in 1916, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the early 1940s. Primarily a position player, White's career spanned from 1940 until his final game on May 6, 1947. Throughout his time in the league, he participated in 9 games, where he recorded 3 hits, culminating in a batting average of .200. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his commitment to the game during a challenging era in baseball history is noteworthy.
White's career unfolded against the backdrop of World War II, a period that significantly impacted the sport as many players enlisted or were drafted. Though his playing time was limited, Fuzz White's journey through the major leagues reflects the resilience of baseball during a time of national strife. His experience, albeit brief, contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating how countless players have contributed to the game in various capacities.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | SLA | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | NY1 | NL | 7 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 5 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | NY1 | OF | 5 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drury University | Springfield | MO | 1936 |