Alex Young
Born: 9/9/1993 in Hawthorn Woods, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2019-06-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Alexander Edward Young
Biography
Alex Young, born in 1993, is an active Major League Baseball pitcher who has been making his mark in the league since his debut on June 27, 2019. Known for his versatility on the mound, Young has established himself as a reliable option for his team, showcasing a blend of control and strikeout ability. With a career record of 16-18 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.34, he demonstrates the potential to be a key contributor in high-pressure situations. His total of 239 strikeouts reflects his capacity to miss bats and thwart opposing offenses.
Young's playing style is characterized by his ability to adapt to different game situations, which has made him a valuable asset in various roles, including starting and relief pitching. As he continues his career, he remains an integral part of his team's pitching staff, contributing not only through his performances but also by mentoring younger players. In the evolving landscape of baseball, where pitching strategies are continually changing, Young's adaptability and experience position him well to leave a lasting impact on the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 18 | 177 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 277.7 | 285 | 134 | 49 | 106 | 239 | 4.34 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | AZ | NL | 7 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 83.3 | 72 | 33 | 27 | 71 | 3.56 | - |
| 2020 | AZ | NL | 2 | 4 | 15 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.3 | 51 | 28 | 14 | 39 | 5.44 | - |
| 2021 | AZ | NL | 2 | 6 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.7 | 50 | 29 | 20 | 38 | 6.26 | - |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 7.84 | -468.0 |
| 2022 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | SFG | NL | 1 | 1 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 28 | 7 | 11 | 20 | 2.39 | - |
| 2023 | CIN | NL | 4 | 2 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 53.7 | 53 | 23 | 20 | 50 | 3.86 | -890.2 |
| 2024 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 3.29 | -214.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 177 | 29 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0.034 | 0.034 | 0.034 | 0.069 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | AZ | NL | 17 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0.040 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | AZ | NL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | AZ | NL | 30 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | SFG | NL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | CIN | NL | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | CIN | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | NYN | NL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 177 | 25 | 14 | 24 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ARI | P | 17 | 15 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | ARI | P | 15 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | ARI | P | 30 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CLE | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | SFN | P | 24 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | CIN | P | 63 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | CIN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | NYN | P | 14 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 177 |