Career
In the National League, he played for the Brooklyn Dodgers (1948), Chicago Cubs (1950 and 1953) and Pittsburgh Pirates (1953–1956). In the American League, he played for the Cleveland Indians (1956–1958) and the Kansas City A"s (1958–1959). Ward got opportunities in the major leagues twice—in 1948 and 1950—before finally "sticking" in 1953.
He became a utility player/platoon player, seeing most of his action as a first baseman (438 games at first base vs 95 in the outfield vs 74 at third base).
His batting numbers are low for a first baseman. His career batting average is.253, while the league average for the years he played is.269.
His highest home run total was 12, and his highest Reserve Bank of India total was 48. He only twice made double-digits for home runs.
He was born in Columbia, Missouri, United States.