Anthony Young
Born: 1/19/1966 in Houston, TX, USA
Died: 6/27/2017 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-08-05 | Final Game: 1996-06-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Anthony Wayne Young
Biography
Anthony Young was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1991 to 1996. Born in 1966, he made his Major League Baseball debut on August 5, 1991, and showcased his talents as a member of several teams during his time in the league. Young is perhaps best remembered for his perseverance on the mound, as he experienced a challenging career marked by significant ups and downs. He finished his career with a win-loss record of 15-48 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.89, illustrating the struggles many pitchers faced in a competitive era of the game.
Despite the difficulties reflected in his record, Young was known for his ability to strike out batters, accumulating a total of 245 strikeouts throughout his career. Additionally, he recorded 20 saves, showcasing his versatility and capability as a relief pitcher. Young's journey through the league serves as a testament to the resilience required in professional sports, and he remains a notable figure in the history of baseball for his determination and contributions on the field.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 48 | 181 | 51 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 460.0 | 471 | 199 | 41 | 167 | 245 | 3.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYN | NL | 2 | 5 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.3 | 48 | 17 | 12 | 20 | 3.10 | 27.1 |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 2 | 14 | 52 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 121.0 | 134 | 56 | 31 | 64 | 4.17 | 1138.7 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 1 | 16 | 39 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 100.3 | 103 | 42 | 42 | 62 | 3.77 | 296.7 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 4 | 6 | 20 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 114.7 | 103 | 50 | 46 | 65 | 3.92 | - |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 3 | 4 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 41.3 | 47 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 3.70 | - |
| 1996 | HOU | NL | 3 | 3 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 36 | 17 | 22 | 19 | 4.59 | -1108.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181 | 94 | 7 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 33 | 0.160 | 0.177 | 0.181 | 0.358 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYN | NL | 10 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 52 | 27 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 39 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 20 | 34 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 32 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | HOU | NL | 28 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 181 | 51 | 46 | 59 | 9 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYN | P | 10 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | NYN | P | 52 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 1993 | NYN | P | 39 | 10 | 9 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| 1994 | CHN | P | 20 | 19 | 14 | 18 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | CHN | P | 32 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1996 | HOU | P | 28 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 181 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | HOU | NL | $275,000 |
| 1995 | CHN | NL | $380,000 |
| 1994 | CHN | NL | $230,000 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | $205,000 |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | $115,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,205,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | Houston | TX | 1986, 1987 |