Lee Head

Albert Lee Head

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 7", Weight 160 lb.

• Born January 19, 1899 in Birmingham, AL USA
• Died May 6, 1965 in Birmingham, AL USA

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Biographical Information

Catcher Lee Head was known for his ability to not strike out. In 1933 he had only 3 Ks in 468 AB and a mere 1 strikeout in 402 AB in 1935. In addition, his career average was over .300.

Head played in the minors from 1921 to 1941, collecting 2,221 hits, 389 2B, and a .304 average. He also scouted for the Cincinnati Reds from 1952 to 1958.

Year-by-Year Managerial Record

Year	Team	League	Record	Finish	Organization	Playoffs
1934	Knoxville Smokies	Southern Association	73-80*	6th	none
1935	Knoxville Smokies	Southern Association	57-95	8th	none
1937	Charlotte Hornets	Piedmont League	15-15	--	Washington Senators	--	replaced by Zinn Beck (3-1) on May 26
	Sanford Lookouts	Florida State League	21-26	--	Washington Senators	--	replaced Bill Rodgers (30-12) on May 30 replaced by Bill Rodgers (28-22) on July 17
1938	Jeanerette Blues	Evangeline League	45-86	8th	none
1941	Brewton Millers	Alabama State League	49-68	4th	none

*Pee Wee Wanninger was hired to manage Knoxville, but quit 2 days before the season.