Warren White, baseball player, 1871-1884

Warren White

Born: 1844 in Milton Saratoga County, NY, USA

Died: 6/12/1890 in Little Rock, AR, USA

MLB Debut: 1871-06-17 | Final Game: 1884-06-27

Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: William Warren White

Biography

Warren White, born in 1844, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1871 to 1884. As a position player, White participated in a total of 168 games, during which he recorded 184 hits and achieved a batting average of .254. His offensive contributions included 64 runs batted in, while he also showcased his speed on the bases with 8 stolen bases. Notably, White did not hit any home runs during his career, which was characteristic of the early professional baseball era that focused more on contact hitting and speed rather than power. White's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the game was evolving from its early, rudimentary forms into a more organized and competitive sport. While he may not have been a marquee player, his consistent performance and ability to contribute to his team reflected the tenacity of players during this era. Warren White left a mark on the game by exemplifying the spirit of early baseball, paving the way for future generations of athletes. He concluded his career on June 27, 1884, leaving behind a legacy that resonates with the history of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
168 723 96 184 13 4 0 64 8 2 6 0.254 0.257 0.284 0.540 -784.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 4 1 6 5 3 0
3B 152 52 300 465 214 20
C 3 1 4 3 7 0
OF 5 0 11 0 2 0
SS 10 1 9 33 20 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 2
Second Base 4
Third Base 151
Shortstop 10
Center Field 5