Elder White, baseball player, 1962-1962

Elder White

Born: 12/23/1933 in Colerain, NC, USA

Died: 11/16/2010 in Ahoskie, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-04-10 | Final Game: 1962-06-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Elder Lafayette White

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Biography

Elder White was a professional baseball player born in 1933, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball for a brief period during the early 1960s. His career spanned from April 10, 1962, to June 3, 1962, during which he appeared in 23 games. White recorded a total of 8 hits, contributing to a batting average of .151. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 1 run and showcased his speed on the basepaths with 3 stolen bases. White's time in the majors came during an era characterized by a transition towards a more dynamic style of play, as teams began to emphasize speed and agility alongside traditional power hitting. Despite his short-lived career, Elder White's contributions to the game reflect the depth of talent that existed in the sport, highlighting the challenges faced by players striving for longevity in a competitive environment. His legacy, while modest in statistical terms, is part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
23 53 4 8 2 0 0 1 3 8 11 0.151 0.274 0.189 0.463 -290.6

Career AVG .151 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 41.4% below league average.

Career OBP .274 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career SLG .189 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 52.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.463 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 35.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1962 CHC NL 23 53 4 8 2 0 0 1 3 8 11 0.151 .257 (-41%) .326 (-16%) .393 (-52%) .719 (-36%) -290.6

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 1 0 0 3 0 0
SS 15 14 25 44 1 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1962 CHN 3B 1 0 0 3 0 0
1962 CHN SS 15 14 25 44 1 6

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1
Shortstop 15