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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | WSN | NL | 9 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | WSN | NL | 39 | 97 | 14 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 7 | 0.299 | 205.6 |
| 1976 | WSN | NL | 114 | 278 | 32 | 68 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 15 | 27 | 31 | 0.245 | -324.5 |
| 1977 | WSN | NL | 16 | 21 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CHC | NL | 59 | 136 | 22 | 37 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 23 | 16 | 0.272 | 116.5 |
| 1978 | WSN | NL | 18 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 | 116.5 |
| 1979 | WSN | NL | 88 | 138 | 30 | 41 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 8 | 21 | 23 | 0.297 | 397.6 |
| 1980 | WSN | NL | 110 | 214 | 22 | 56 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 23 | 8 | 30 | 37 | 0.262 | 406.7 |
| 1981 | WSN | NL | 59 | 119 | 11 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 0.218 | -133.8 |
| 1982 | WSN | NL | 69 | 115 | 13 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 26 | 0.243 | -124.7 |
| 1983 | WSN | NL | 40 | 34 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 0.147 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | STL | NL | 25 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | MON | OF | 7 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MON | OF | 30 | 25 | 81 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1976 | MON | OF | 92 | 58 | 157 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1977 | MON | OF | 8 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CHN | OF | 54 | 34 | 102 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | MON | OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | MON | OF | 43 | 22 | 55 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | MON | OF | 84 | 41 | 101 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 1981 | MON | OF | 39 | 25 | 58 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1982 | MON | OF | 30 | 19 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | MON | OF | 13 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | SLN | OF | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 | ||