Pug Bennett
Born: 2/20/1874 in Ponca, NE, USA
Died: 9/10/1935 in Kirkland, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-12 | Final Game: 1907-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Justin Titus Bennett
Biography
Pug Bennett, born in 1874, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century, playing from 1906 to 1907. A versatile position player, Bennett appeared in 240 games throughout his career, accumulating a total of 228 hits. His offensive contributions included one home run and 55 runs batted in, complemented by a batting average of .248. In addition to his hitting prowess, Bennett showcased his speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 27 bases during his time in the major leagues.
Bennett's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the evolving strategies of the game and the increasing emphasis on speed and athleticism. While his statistical output may not have positioned him among the most celebrated players of his era, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the grit and determination that were hallmarks of the game during this time. Pug Bennett remains a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history, representing the spirit of the sport in the early 1900s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | 919 | 86 | 228 | 24 | 9 | 1 | 55 | 27 | 77 | 105 | 0.248 | 0.312 | 0.297 | 0.609 | -19.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | STL | NL | 153 | 595 | 66 | 156 | 16 | 7 | 1 | 34 | 20 | 56 | 72 | 0.262 | 700.9 |
| 1907 | STL | NL | 87 | 324 | 20 | 72 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 7 | 21 | 33 | 0.222 | -720.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 236 | 234 | 470 | 655 | 66 | 69 |
| 3B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | SLN | 2B | 153 | 153 | 295 | 447 | 41 | 43 |
| 1907 | SLN | 2B | 83 | 81 | 175 | 208 | 25 | 26 |
| 1907 | SLN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 236 |
| Third Base | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | Carlinville | IL | 1896 |