Will White

William Henry White (Whoop-La)

Position: Pitcher
Bats: Both, Throws: Right
Height: 5' 9", Weight: 175 lb.

Born: October 11, 1854 in Caton, NY
Debut: July 20, 1877 (Age 22)
Final Game: July 5, 1886 (Age 31)
Died: August 31, 1911 in Port Carling, Ontario, CAN
Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo, NY
Relatives: Brother of Deacon White and Cousin of Elmer White
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Rk	Year	Age	Tm	Lg		G	W	L	W-L%	Finish
1	1884	29	Cincinnati Red Stockings	AA	1st of 2	72	44	27	.620	5	Player/Manager

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