Projected for a return to Class AAA Fresno in training camp, an injury opened a roster spot for White to make the Astros’ opening day roster – and the former Gastonia Post 23 American Legion and Gastonia Grizzlies product took full advantage of his opportunity. In a three-game opening series at Yankee Stadium, White collected six hits in nine at-bats for the Astros, including a pinch-hit single in his first major league at-bat on opening day.