Jack White
Born: 8/31/1905 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 6/19/1971 in Flushing, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-06-22 | Final Game: 1928-04-19
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: John Peter White
Biography
Jack White, born in 1905, was a position player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, playing from 1927 to 1928. Over the course of his time in the league, he appeared in just 6 games. Unfortunately, White's offensive contributions were minimal, as he finished his career with 0 hits, 0 home runs, and 0 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .0. His performance during this short stint highlights the challenges many players faced during the late 1920s, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensively explosive game that would develop in the following decades.
Despite the lack of statistical success, White's presence in the major leagues exemplified the competitive nature of baseball during a time when talent was abundant and opportunities were scarce. His career serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment. Though his time in the spotlight was brief, White's journey reflects the rich tapestry of baseball history, where every player contributes to the story of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CIN | NL | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | CIN | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 4 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1927 | CIN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | CIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University | New York | NY | 1924, 1925 |