Pug Bennett, baseball player, 1906-1907

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

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

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