Fred Whitfield

Fred Whitfield was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career in Major League Baseball from 1962 until 1970. Born in 1938, Whitfield played primarily as a position player, amassing a total of 817 games over his eight-season career. Known for his power at the plate, he recorded 578 hits, including 108 home runs, and drove in 356 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .253. In addition to his offensive contributions, Whitfield also demonstrated speed on the base paths, totaling 7 stolen bases. Whitfield played during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the end of the deadball period and the emergence of more powerful hitters. His ability to combine solid hitting with a respectable home run total made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. As a member of the baseball landscape in the 1960s, Whitfield's contributions to the game reflected the evolving strategies and styles of play during this dynamic time in the sport's history. He retired on August 11, 1970, leaving behind a legacy as a competent player who made significant contributions to his teams.