Butler White facts for kids

Butler Leon White (born March 21, 1892 – died September 2, 1954) was an American baseball player. He played as a first baseman in the Negro leagues during the 1920s.

Who Was Butler White?

Butler White was born in Clinton, Kentucky. He grew up to become a professional baseball player. He played during a time when African American players were not allowed to play in the major leagues. This led to the creation of special leagues for Black players, known as the Negro leagues.

Playing Baseball

In 1920, Butler White played for the Chicago Giants. This team was part of the Negro leagues. He played as a first baseman, which is a key defensive position in baseball.

During his time with the Chicago Giants, White played in 35 recorded games. He showed his skills by getting 34 hits. He also had 19 RBI, which means he helped his teammates score 19 runs. He had 140 plate appearances, which is the number of times a player comes to bat.

Life Beyond Baseball

Butler White's professional baseball career was short, lasting only one season in 1920. After his time with the Chicago Giants, he lived for many more years. He passed away in Chicago, Illinois in 1954. He was 62 years old when he died.