Books and articles about Jo-Jo White

White was a Texas League basestealing champ with a top-notch throwing arm who couldn't find a regular spot in a crowded Tiger outfield. His ten pinch hits in 1933 were the AL high. Though he left the majors after 1938, he got a second chance with the WWII A's.

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He was coaching for Cleveland in mid-1960 when manager Joe Gordon was swapped for Giant manager Jimmy Dykes; White took over while the stunned pair changed teams, winning his one game. His son Mike played 100 games in Houston's infield and outfield in 1963-65. (JK)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » August 3, 1960: Frank Lane trades managers with Detroit's GM Bill DeWitt. The Indians Joe Gordon (49-46) is dealt to the Tigers for Jimmy Dykes (44-52). For one game, until the pair can change places, Jo-Jo White pilots the Indians and Billy Hitchcock guides the Tigers.