George Washington
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- Note: This page links to Sloane Vernon "George" Washington, the baseball player. For the first President of the United States, click here.
Sloane Vernon Washington (Vern)
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Weight 190 lb.
- Debut April 17, 1935
- Final Game June 11, 1936
- Born June 4, 1907 in Linden, TX USA
- Died February 17, 1985 in Linden, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Ballplayer Sloane Vernon "Vern" Washington was given the nickname George Washington. Although Mule Haas is listed as the third regular outfielder on the 1935 White Sox, Washington in fact had the most games in right field. Haas, however, played more games in various outfield positions.
- Batting Titles
- 1936 American Association .390
- 1947 Big State League .404
- 1948 Big State League .384
- 1949 East Texas League .387
- Led in 2B
- 1939 Texas League 45
- 1949 East Texas League 44

