Paired with rushing defenceman Pat Stapleton, they formed one of the greatest defensive pairings of the decade, and despite recurring minor injuries, White averaged nearly 30 assists a season in his five full seasons with Chicago.
With rushing defenceman Pat Stapleton by their side, they constituted one of the best defensive duos of the era. Despite occasional minor setbacks, White recorded approximately 30 assists annually over his five complete seasons with Chicago.