Jerry White, baseball player, 1974-1986

Jerry White

Born: 8/23/1952 in Shirley, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1974-09-16 | Final Game: 1986-06-09

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 164 lbs

Full name: Jerome Cardell White

Biography

Jerry White was a professional baseball player born in 1952, who played in Major League Baseball from 1974 until 1986. Over the course of his career, White participated in 646 games, primarily as a position player. He compiled a batting average of .253, recording a total of 303 hits, which included 21 home runs and 109 RBIs. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also accumulated 57 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively in multiple ways. White's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by significant changes in playing styles and strategies. He was part of a generation of players who adapted to the evolving landscape of the game, where speed and versatility were increasingly valued. While his career may not have placed him among the most heralded players of his time, White's contributions on the field and his role as a reliable utility player were integral to the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impact on the franchises he represented.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
646 1196 155 303 50 9 21 109 57 148 174 0.253 0.337 0.363 0.700 543.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
10 34 5 8 2 0 1 4 5 3 0.235

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1981 NLCS MON 5 16 2 5 1 0 1 3 3 1 0.312
1981 NEDIV MON 5 18 3 3 1 0 0 1 2 2 0.167

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 409 234 623 19 17 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 149
Center Field 194
Right Field 81

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 SLN NL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $100,000