Doc Bennett
Elmer S. "Doc" Bennett (February 1, 1891 in Ruyle, Illinois, USA – March 31, 1974 in Hollywood, California, USA) was a minor league baseball pitcher and player, who later became a very successful minor league manager, leading five teams to league championships in 13 years of managing. He spent much of his career as a player-manager.
He later spent time as a major league scout.
Education
Bennett attended Haverford College.
Playing career
His playing career spanned from 1920 to 1932, although he played in only seven of those seasons - he did not play in 1922, 1923, 1925, 1926, 1927 or 1931. He played in 160 games in his career, hitting around .253. In those years, he met and worked with Red Ruffing, helping him transition into a pitcher. He also helped Ruffing sign his first professional contract.
Managing career
Bennett's first foray into managing was in 1923, with the Cairo Egyptians of the KITTY League. He replaced Jack Herbert and was one of two managers for the Egyptians that season.
