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Brian Tyler White (born October 29, 1990) is an American former professional baseball first baseman. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros and the Los Angeles Dodgers, and in the KBO League for the SK Wyverns.

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Career

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After graduating from Chase High School in Forest City, North Carolina, White played college baseball at Western Carolina University. In 2013, his senior year, he slashed .363/.423/.661 with 16 home runs and 66 RBIs in 59 games. After the season, he was drafted by the Houston Astros in the 33rd round of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft.[1]

Houston Astros

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He spent his first professional season with the Gulf Coast Astros, Greeneville Astros and Tri-City ValleyCats. In 2014, he played for the Quad Cities River Bandits and Lancaster JetHawks. White started 2015 with the Corpus Christi Hooks and was later promoted to the Fresno Grizzlies of the Triple–A Pacific Coast League.[2][3]

The Astros invited White to spring training in 2016, and included him on their Opening Day roster.[4] He collected his first Major League hit off of Chasen Shreve. In his first six Major League games, he hit .556 (10 for 18) with 2 doubles, 3 home runs, 9 RBIs, a .597 on-base percentage and a 1.167 slugging percentage, and was awarded American League Player of the Week. He was sent down to the Fresno Grizzlies on June 17, 2016.[5] He would play 85 games for the Astros in 2016, finishing with a .217 average, 8 home runs, and 28 RBI.

In 2017, White spent most of his time in the Minors, but still played 22 games with the Astros, compiling a .279 batting average, 3 home runs, and 10 RBI. The Astros finished the year with a 101–61 record, and won the 2017 World Series but White was not on the World Series roster.[6]

In 2018, White spent time in Fresno and Houston, serving as first baseman and designated hitter for the Astros. On August 29, 2018, White hit a walk-off home run against the Oakland Athletics. It was also the 81st total walk-off home run of the 2018 MLB season.[7]

On May 7, 2019, in a blowout from the Kansas City Royals, White pitched a scoreless ninth inning, giving up one walk and striking out Chris Owings in the process. On June 5, 2019, White pitched in another blowout loss to the Seattle Mariners. On June 16, 2019, White pitched for the 3rd time on the season against the Toronto Blue Jays in another blowout loss. On June 26, White pitched again in the 9th inning in a blow out loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

On July 19, 2019, Manager A. J. Hinch announced that White would be designated for assignment.[8] Upon his designation, White was hitting .225 with only 3 home runs in 253 plate appearances.[9]

During his time with the Astros, White earned the nickname "Big Puddin'." The name was originally bestowed upon him by Josh Innes, but came to mainstream popularity when on August 28, 2018, White hit a walk off homerun against the Oakland A's. Steve Sparks, of the Houston Astros Radio Network, referred to White as "Big Puddin'."[10] Robert Flores of MLB Network tweeted his approval of the nickname [11] and later referred to White as "Big Puddin'" on the MLB Network.[12] On August 29, 2018 Sportstalk 790 (KBME (AM)), via twitter, asked Astros fans to vote for Tyler White's nickname. "Big Puddin'" won with 53.2% of the vote.[13]

Los Angeles Dodgers

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On July 25, 2019, White was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for Andre Scrubb.[14] He played in 12 games for the Dodgers, and had only one hit in 22 at-bats (.045).[9] He went on the injured list on August 14 with a right trapezius strain[15] He was later shut down for the season and ruled out for the playoffs.[16]

On February 10, 2020, White was designated for assignment.[17] He cleared waivers and was outrighted to the minor leagues.[18] White was released on July 14, 2020.

SK Wyverns

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On July 15, 2020, White signed with the SK Wyverns of the KBO League. He became a free agent following the season.

Toronto Blue Jays

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On December 15, 2020, White signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays organization and was invited to Spring Training.[19]

Milwaukee Brewers

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On December 9, 2021, White signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.[20] He was assigned to the Triple-A Nashville Sounds.[21]

Atlanta Braves

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On August 16, 2022, White was traded to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations and assigned to the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers.[21] In 28 games for Gwinnett down the stretch, he hit .227/.357/.352 with 3 home runs and 12 RBI. White elected free agency following the season on November 10.[22]

Minnesota Twins

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On December 5, 2022, White signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins. He began the 2023 season with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints, batting .259/.386/.414 with 2 home runs and 7 RBI.

New York Mets

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On May 28, 2023, White was traded to the New York Mets.[23] In 12 games for the Triple–A Syracuse Mets, he batted .256/.360/.279 with no home runs and 3 RBI. On July 21, White retired from professional baseball.[24]

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Brian Tyler White (born October 29, 1990), commonly known as Tyler White, is an American former professional baseball who played in (MLB) for the Houston Astros and . After his MLB career, he played in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) for the SK Wyverns in 2020 and continued in the with several organizations, including the Blue Jays, Milwaukee Brewers, , , and , before retiring on July 21, 2023. White was born in Mooresboro, , and attended , where he played . The Houston Astros selected him in the 33rd round of the 2013 MLB Draft with the 977th overall pick. He progressed through the Astros' minor league system, reaching Triple-A before making his MLB debut on April 5, 2016, against the Baltimore Orioles. In his first week in the majors, White earned Player of the Week honors for April 4–10, 2016, after batting .556 (10-for-18) with three home runs, two doubles, nine RBIs, and three runs scored over six games. During his tenure with the Astros from 2016 to 2019, White appeared in 244 games, posting a .233 with 24 home runs and 90 RBIs; he was part of the 2017 team that won the , though he did not appear on the postseason roster due to injury. by the Astros in July 2019 and traded to the Dodgers, he played 12 games for , batting .188 with no home runs and one RBI. White signed a minor league contract with the Twins in February 2020 but instead played nine games in the KBO for the SK Wyverns amid the pandemic-shortened MLB season, batting .136 with one home run and four RBIs. Over his entire MLB career spanning 256 games, White maintained a .236 , 26 home runs, 103 RBIs, and a .724 percentage.

Early life and amateur career

Family background and early years

Brian Tyler White was born on October 29, 1990, in Mooresboro, . White grew up in a family deeply immersed in , with his father, Brian White, serving as a high school coach at Chase High School in . This paternal influence provided White with early and extensive exposure to the sport, as his father frequently drove him to games against top competition and granted him access to field time for practice. His mother, Heather White, a former high school player and hairdresser, complemented this by offering consistent emotional support, particularly during hitting slumps and other challenges in his youth. As a teenager, White demonstrated remarkable dedication by converting his spacious bedroom—large enough for a bed and —into a makeshift , using a sourced from his father's high and an assortment of old bats to hone his swing indoors. This DIY setup allowed him to practice relentlessly, reflecting the self-motivated instilled by his family's athletic environment.

High school career

Tyler White attended Chase High School in , where he emerged as a standout player over three varsity seasons from 2007 to 2009. Playing primarily as an , , and under the guidance of his father, Brian White, the head coach, he focused on developing his hitting skills while contributing to the team's efforts in conference play. As a senior in 2009, White earned Southwestern 2A-3A All-Conference and All-County honors, recognizing his strong performance at the plate where he batted .407 across his high school career, establishing himself as one of the top hitters in Rutherford County. Physically listed at 5-foot-11 and initially described as stocky, White began transitioning into a power-hitting profile during this period, primarily at first base and infield positions, which laid the foundation for his future development. White graduated from Chase High School in 2009 and chose to pursue , opting for to continue honing his skills at the next level.

College career

Tyler White attended from 2009 to 2013, playing for the Catamounts as a walk-on who earned a during his tenure. Over his four-year career, he appeared in 228 games, primarily at first base and third base, batting .325 with 287 hits, 64 doubles, 22 home runs, and 159 RBIs while posting a .405 . White quickly established himself as a in the , contributing significantly to the team's offensive output with his ability to drive in runs and extra-base hits. In his senior season of 2013, White had a breakout year, leading the Catamounts with a .363 , .423 , .661 , 16 home runs, and 66 RBIs over 59 games. His performance ranked among the top in the , where he led in (166) and doubles (27, a Western Carolina single-season record), while placing second in hits (91) and home runs. This power surge highlighted his development into a professional prospect, drawing attention from MLB scouts. White's standout season earned him Southern Conference Player of the Year honors, along with First Team All- selection. He also received national recognition as a Louisville Slugger Third Team All-American and an NCBWA All-American. The No. 1-seeded Catamounts advanced to the double-elimination portion of the 2013 Tournament after defeating Samford 13-7 in their opening game, with White earning All-Tournament Team honors before the team fell to 12-11 and was eliminated.

Professional career

Draft and minor leagues

White was selected by the Houston Astros in the 33rd round, 977th overall, of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft out of Western Carolina University. His college power-hitting translated effectively to professional ball, where he quickly adapted to the demands of affiliated baseball. White began his professional career in 2013 at the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Astros, where he posted a .365 batting average in 20 games before brief stints with the rookie Greeneville Astros and short-season Class A Tri-City ValleyCats, finishing the year with a .322 average, six home runs, and 52 RBIs across 64 games. In 2014, he advanced to full-season Class A with the Quad Cities River Bandits, hitting .279 with 10 home runs in 73 games, then moved up to High Class A Lancaster JetHawks for 41 games, batting .314 with five home runs to end the season at .290 overall with 15 home runs and 64 RBIs in 114 games. These performances showcased his growing plate discipline, with 50 walks drawn that year, contributing to a .384 on-base percentage. Promoted to Double-A Corpus Christi Hooks in 2015, White batted .306 with seven home runs in 76 games before earning a midseason call-up to Triple-A , where he excelled at .362 with seven home runs in 40 games, concluding the year with a .325 average, 14 home runs, and 99 RBIs over 116 games. His power development was evident, as he slugged .522 league-wide, earning recognition as a top Astros prospect and the Player of the Week in July for a nine-game stretch with three home runs and 10 RBIs. In 2016, White returned to Fresno, appearing in 44 games with a .241 average and 13 home runs while demonstrating positional versatility at first base and third base amid multiple major league shuttles. Across his minor league tenure with the Astros from 2013 to 2016, he maintained a .300-plus in two seasons and hit 48 home runs, solidifying his reputation as a disciplined, power-oriented corner .

Houston Astros

White made his major league debut with the Houston Astros on April 5, 2016, against the New York Yankees at , recording a single in his first at-bat. In his first six games that week, he batted .556 with 10 hits, three home runs, and nine RBIs, earning Player of the Week honors for the period ending April 10. Following a strong performance in Triple-A with the , where he hit .318 with 15 home runs in 2016, White became a versatile corner for the Astros. Over the 2016–2018 seasons, White appeared in 173 games for , batting .250 with 23 home runs and 80 RBIs. In , his year, he posted a .217 average with eight home runs in 86 games, providing power off the bench. He improved in 2017 with a .279 average in 22 games before spending much of the year in the minors, and in 2018, he hit .276 with 12 home runs in 51 games, serving as a key option at first base and third base. White was part of the Astros organization during their championship season, though he did not appear in postseason games after being included on the roster. In 2019, White started the season as a regular, batting .250 in his first 17 games with one , but his performance declined to .220 over the remainder of his time with , finishing at .227 with three home runs and 21 RBIs in 71 games. To help manage the pitching staff during a series of games, he made four appearances, including a scoreless in his debut on May 7, though his overall was 21.60 in 3.1 innings. On July 25, 2019, the Astros traded White to the in exchange for minor league pitcher .

Los Angeles Dodgers

On July 25, 2019, the acquired infielder Tyler White from the Houston Astros in exchange for minor league pitcher , providing depth at first base amid injuries to and to allow rest for . White, who had previously appeared in 71 games for the Astros that season, joined the Dodgers as a to bolster infield options during a playoff push. In his brief tenure with the Dodgers, White appeared in 12 games over the remainder of the 2019 regular season, primarily as a and defensive substitute. He struggled offensively, going 1-for-22 at the plate with a .045 , no home runs, and just two runs scored, reflecting a challenging adjustment to the new team. Despite the Dodgers' strong overall performance, White's limited contributions did not secure a sustained role on the roster. Following the 2019 season, White remained with the organization through but was on February 10, 2020, and subsequently released on July 14, 2020, marking the end of his career.

SK Wyverns

Following his release from the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 14, 2020, Tyler White signed with the SK Wyverns of the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) on July 15, 2020, for a guaranteed $130,000 with an additional $30,000 option for the remainder of the season. The KBO's 2020 season had been delayed by the , beginning on without spectators, which allowed White to join midway through the campaign. He arrived in on July 31 and completed a mandatory 14-day before making his KBO debut on August 23, 2020, against the , starting as the . White appeared in nine games for the Wyverns, primarily serving as the and occasional . In 22 at-bats, he batted .136 with three hits, including one and a double, while driving in four runs and posting a .685 percentage. His performance reflected challenges in adjusting to KBO pitching styles, characterized by increased velocity and movement compared to . White's stint was cut short on August 25 when he suffered a fractured right after being hit by a pitch, sidelining him for the remainder of the season with an expected eight-week recovery. White's contract with the Wyverns expired at the end of the 2020 season, after which he became a and returned to to pursue opportunities.

Toronto Blue Jays

Following his time in the Korean Baseball Organization with the SK Wyverns, White signed a contract with the Toronto Blue Jays on December 15, 2020, including an invitation to 2021 . He reported to the Blue Jays' alternate training site early in the season before being assigned to their Triple-A affiliate, the , on May 3, 2021. White spent the entire 2021 season with the Bisons in the Triple-A East, appearing in 105 games primarily as a first baseman and designated hitter. In 353 at-bats, he batted .292 with 13 home runs, 65 RBIs, and a .900 OPS, demonstrating power potential with an .184 isolated slugging percentage while drawing walks at an 18.1% rate. His performance provided a solid foundation for an MLB comeback attempt, though he did not receive a call-up to Toronto's major league roster amid stiff competition from established first basemen like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Cavan Biggio for infield spots. White became a free agent on November 7, 2021, after the Blue Jays organization opted not to tender him a contract for the following season.

Milwaukee Brewers

White signed a contract with the Milwaukee Brewers on January 10, 2022. He was invited to but reassigned to minor league camp on March 23, 2022, before beginning the season with the Brewers' Triple-A affiliate, the . In 75 games with the , White primarily played first base and served as the , drawing on his prior experience to maintain consistency at the plate. He batted .230 (62-for-269) with 13 home runs, 11 doubles, two triples, 46 RBI, and a .357 . On August 16, 2022, the Brewers traded White to the in exchange for cash considerations.

Atlanta Braves

On August 16, 2022, the acquired Tyler White from the Milwaukee Brewers organization in a minor league trade for cash considerations. He was immediately assigned to the Braves' Triple-A affiliate, the , of the . White appeared in 28 games for Gwinnett from late August through the end of the minor league season, batting .227 with three home runs and 12 RBIs in 88 at-bats. Following the conclusion of the 2022 campaign, he elected free agency on November 10, 2022.

Minnesota Twins

In December 2022, Tyler White signed a contract with the organization. Building on momentum from his 2022 season, where he posted a .769 across 103 games at Triple-A, White began 2023 assigned to the Twins' Triple-A affiliate, the . There, he served as a , drawing on his career versatility at positions including first base, third base, and second base, while aiming to resurgence his after dipping to .230 the prior year. In 16 games with St. Paul, White batted .259 with 2 home runs, 7 RBI, and an .800 in 70 plate appearances. On May 28, 2023, the Twins traded White to the in exchange for cash considerations.

New York Mets

On May 28, 2023, the acquired Tyler White from the in a minor league trade, likely involving cash considerations. Following the transaction, White was optioned to the Mets' Triple-A affiliate, the . White appeared in 12 games for Syracuse, recording 11 hits in 43 at-bats for a .256 , along with a .360 and just one . This modest output marked a downturn from his earlier 2023 performance with the Twins' Triple-A , where he had hit two home runs in 16 games. At age 32, White encountered ongoing challenges with declining production that limited his prospects for a major league return, compounded by typical scouting reservations about veteran players in the minors. He was let go by the Mets in July 2023 through voluntary retirement.

Retirement

White voluntarily retired from professional baseball on July 21, 2023, shortly after his stint in the ' system, where he had struggled with a .256 and limited production in 12 games. Over the course of his 11-year professional career, which began with his selection by the Astros in the 33rd round of the 2013 MLB Draft, White appeared in 256 Major League games, primarily as a and , compiling a .236 with 26 home runs and 103 RBIs. In announcing his retirement, White reflected on the physical demands of the sport and his growing emphasis on family life, while cherishing the championship he earned as a member of the Astros. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play professionally but noted the toll it had taken, marking the end of a journey that spanned multiple organizations and leagues. Following his retirement, White became the Owner and Director of Hitting at AMP Baseball. Looking ahead, White indicated initial interest in transitioning to and instructional roles within to remain connected to the game he loved.

Career statistics

Major League Baseball

Tyler White appeared in 256 games over four seasons from 2016 to 2019, primarily as a and for the Houston Astros and briefly for the . His career batting line included a .236 , 179 , 26 home runs, 103 RBIs, and a .725 across 760 at-bats. White's power, where he frequently hit over 20 home runs per season, provided some context for his MLB production, though strikeouts limited his consistency. White's seasonal performance varied due to role fluctuations and injuries. In his 2016 rookie season with the Astros, he played 85 games, batting .217 with 8 home runs and 28 RBIs in 249 at-bats. The following year, 2017, saw limited action in 22 regular-season games for (.279 average, 3 home runs, 10 RBIs); he was part of the Astros' World Series-winning team but did not appear in the postseason due to roster decisions. In 2018, White had his most productive full season, hitting .276 with 12 home runs and 42 RBIs in 66 games. His 2019 campaign, split between the Astros (71 games) and Dodgers (12 games), yielded a combined .208 average, 3 home runs, and 23 RBIs in 83 games and 240 at-bats. The following table summarizes White's year-by-year regular-season batting statistics:
YearTeamGABRH2B3BHRRBISBBBSOBAOBPSLGOPS
2016HOU85249245416082812365.217.286.378.664
2017HOU2261717603100416.279.328.525.853
2018HOU662102758123124202449.276.354.533.888
2019HOU71218164413032103270.202.303.303.606
2019LAD1222261002048.273.385.318.702
2019Total83240185014032303678.208.308.304.612
Note: 2019 totals reflect combined performance across teams. White also logged solid defensive contributions at first base across his career, handling 1,204 chances with a .993 fielding percentage. The table below details his year-by-year fielding statistics, primarily at first base (with occasional third base appearances in 2018):
YearTeamPosGGSChPOAEFld%
2016HOU1B5856439410254.991
2017HOU1B191711711043.974
2018HOU1B/3B5045334299341.997
2019HOU/LAD1B5650375344301.997
Note: Fielding stats focus on primary positions; total career putouts: 1,163, assists: 93, errors: 9. In addition to his batting and fielding roles, White made six pitching appearances in relief during lopsided games, totaling 5.1 with no decisions, an 18.56 , 6 walks, 2 strikeouts, and a 2.81 . These outings occurred in 2016 (1 appearance, 1.0 IP, 9.00 ), 2017 (1 appearance, 1.0 IP, 18.00 ), and 2019 (4 appearances, 3.1 IP, 21.60 with the Astros).

Korean Baseball Organization

In 2020, Tyler White signed with the SK Wyverns of the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) on July 20, marking his entry into international professional baseball following his MLB experience. His debut came late in the season on , resulting in limited playing time across just 9 games, with only 22 at-bats due to the delayed start and subsequent adaptation challenges in a new league environment. White did not make any pitching appearances during his KBO stint, focusing solely on infield and roles. White's overall performance was underwhelming, posting a .136 (3-for-22), 1 , 4 RBIs, 1 double, 3 runs scored, 6 walks, and just 1 , yielding an of .367 and of .318 for a .685 . This output fell well below typical MLB league batting averages of around .245 during the period, highlighting struggles in power production and consistency against KBO pitching. His season was further abbreviated by a finger injury sustained on August 26, which placed him on the until mid-September, limiting opportunities for adjustment. The following table summarizes White's 2020 KBO game log with the SK Wyverns:
DateOpponentABRH2BHRRBIBBHBP
Aug 23vs. Doosan40000000
Aug 25@ Lotte10000001
Sep 10@ Hanwha20000010
Sep 11@ Hanwha41210100
Sep 12vs. Lotte40000000
Sep 13vs. Lotte30000000
Sep 15@ 22101320
Sep 16@ 10000030
Sep 17vs. NC10000001
Totals: 22 AB, 3 R, 3 H, 1 2B, 1 HR, 4 RBI, 6 BB, 2 HBP.

Minor leagues

Tyler White began his professional career in the Houston Astros organization after being selected in the 33rd round of the 2013 MLB Draft out of Western Carolina University. Over the next decade, he progressed through the minors across multiple affiliations, showcasing reliable on-base skills and power potential, particularly at higher levels. His minor league tenure spanned from rookie ball to Triple-A, with stints in the Astros, Blue Jays, Brewers, Braves, Twins, and Mets systems, accumulating experience in over 750 games before retiring on July 21, 2023, from the New York Mets organization. White's career minor league batting line stood at .289 average, 104 home runs, and 519 RBIs in 750 games and 2,757 at-bats, reflecting steady production as a corner and . His power output was most pronounced in Triple-A, where he slugged effectively against advanced pitching, though contact rates fluctuated with promotions and age—peaking early in his career before dipping in later seasons amid injury setbacks and organizational shuttling. Notable seasons highlighted his development: In 2015, split between Double-A Corpus Christi and Triple-A Fresno, White hit .325 with 14 home runs and 99 RBIs over 116 games, earning recognition as a top Astros prospect for his plate discipline (84 walks). He followed with a breakout 2017 at Fresno, posting .300 with 25 home runs and 89 RBIs in 111 games, leading the in several power categories. Later, in 2021 with Triple-A Buffalo (Blue Jays), he batted .292 with 13 home runs and 65 RBIs in 105 games, demonstrating resilience post-injury. His 2022 campaign across and affiliates yielded a .230 average but included 16 home runs in 103 games, underscoring persistent power amid contact challenges. In 2023, limited to 28 games split between and New York, he hit .257 with 2 home runs and 10 RBIs before retiring from affiliated ball. White's statistics varied by level, with stronger results at Triple-A due to adjusted approach against professional arms, though rookie and low-A showings indicated quick adaptation from . Power trended upward after Double-A, with 90 of his 104 home runs at Triple-A, but batting averages dipped below .270 in later years, reflecting variable rates (around 20-25% career). By organization, his longest stint with produced his best numbers, benefiting from consistent playing time in hitter-friendly parks.
LevelGamesBAHRRBI
36.354327
A (Short-Season)28.286325
A71.305741
A+43.267823
AA59.284740
AAA534.29390403
OrganizationGamesBAHRRBI
Houston Astros519.30887386
Toronto Blue Jays105.2921365
Milwaukee Brewers75.2311346
28.227312
16.25927
12.25603

Personal life

Family and influences

White married Alli Spivey, a former collegiate player at , in December 2020. The couple has a son, and White has publicly shared how family life, including time with his wife and child, shaped his daily routines during his , such as incorporating them into his offseason workouts. His wife provided support throughout his professional journey, including during relocations and team transitions. White maintains strong ties with his parents, Brian and Heather White, who reside in . His father, Brian, a longtime coach who led Chase High School's program during White's playing days and later served as an assistant there, continues to offer guidance on the sport, drawing from his own coaching legacy that emphasized hard work and perseverance. White's mother, Heather, remains a constant source of encouragement, a dynamic that has persisted from his youth into adulthood. Early family encouragement, particularly from his parents' involvement in his upbringing, laid the foundation for his resilience in the minors. During his tenure with the Houston Astros, White earned the affectionate nickname "Big Puddin'," coined by radio broadcaster Steve Sparks following a in August 2018, which highlighted his powerful hitting style and approachable personality. The moniker quickly became popular among fans and teammates, symbolizing White's sweet disposition and larger-than-life presence on the field. White has participated in community initiatives, including funding a viewing celebration for students at a Houston-area high school in 2017 after responding to a teacher's request, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to young fans and their families.

Post-playing activities

After retiring from in July 2024, Tyler White, who had founded AMP Baseball earlier that year, serves as owner and director of hitting at the training facility in Northwest , . At AMP Baseball, White conducts private and group lessons emphasizing hitting mechanics and mental approach, leveraging his experience to mentor young athletes, particularly high school players aiming for college and professional opportunities. In addition to his coaching role, White has engaged in media appearances, including a July 2025 FOX26 feature that showcased his work training the next generation of talent.

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  37. https://x.com/twhite409
  38. https://www.instagram.com/tywhite09/
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  42. https://www.ampbaseballtx.com/tyler-white
  43. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVhoRx0zcnE
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