Mike White
Born: 12/18/1938 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-09-21 | Final Game: 1965-05-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Joyner Michael White
Biography
Mike White was a professional baseball player born in 1938, who made his mark in Major League Baseball primarily as a position player during the early 1960s. His career spanned from 1963 until May 5, 1965, a period marked by a transition in the game as it moved away from the deadball era and began embracing more offensive strategies. Over the course of his career, he played in 100 games, achieving a batting average of .264 with 78 hits and 27 runs batted in, demonstrating his ability to contribute effectively at the plate.
White was known for his versatility and tenacity on the field, though his power numbers were modest, as he recorded no home runs throughout his time in the majors. He did manage to steal one base, showcasing a hint of speed and base-running acumen. While his time in the spotlight was brief, Mike White's contributions to his teams and his experiences during a transformative era in baseball history reflect the journey of many players of his time who navigated the competitive landscape of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 296 | 30 | 78 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 21 | 49 | 0.264 | 0.311 | 0.321 | 0.632 | -268.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | HOU | NL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | HOU | NL | 89 | 280 | 30 | 76 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 20 | 47 | 0.271 | -268.5 |
| 1965 | HOU | NL | 8 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 12 | 7 | 32 | 35 | 1 | 11 |
| 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 72 | 62 | 127 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | HOU | 2B | 2 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | HOU | 2B | 10 | 5 | 22 | 32 | 1 | 11 |
| 1964 | HOU | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1964 | HOU | OF | 72 | 62 | 127 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1965 | HOU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 12 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 7 |
| Center Field | 57 |
| Right Field | 9 |