Chris Young, baseball player, 2004-2017

Chris Young

Born: 5/25/1979 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2004-08-24 | Final Game: 2017-06-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'10" | Weight: 255 lbs

Full name: Christopher Ryan Young

Biography

Chris Young was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2004 to 2017. Born in 1979, Young made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, known for his towering height and unique delivery that often baffled hitters. He played for several teams during his career, including the San Diego Padres, Texas Rangers, and New York Mets, and became recognized for his ability to control games with a mix of finesse and power. Over his 13-year career, Young compiled a record of 79-67 and posted a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.95, underscoring his effectiveness on the mound. Young's career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, a testament to his skills and contributions to the game. He recorded a total of 1,062 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to dominate opposing batters. While he achieved only one save in his career, his role as a starting pitcher allowed him to influence games in a different capacity. Young's impact extended beyond the diamond, as he was part of the era marked by evolving pitching strategies and the emphasis on analytics in baseball. His career remains a noteworthy chapter in the history of pitching in the Major Leagues.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
79 67 271 221 1 0 1 1297.7 1130 570 186 502 1062 3.95 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
271 207 10 31 6 1 1 17 0 10 82 0.150 0.192 0.203 0.395 -944.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2015 WS KCA 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
2015 ALDS1 KCA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2015 ALCS KCA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2006 NLDS2 SDN 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2 0 5 3 0 22.3 12 5 8 27 2.01

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2015 ALCS KCA 0 0 1 1 0 4.7 3 2 2 4 3.86
2015 ALDS1 KCA 0 0 1 0 0 4.0 3 1 2 7 2.25
2015 WS KCA 1 0 2 1 0 7.0 2 2 2 7 2.57
2006 NLDS2 SDN 1 0 1 1 0 6.7 4 0 2 9 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 271 221 61 98 7 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 271

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 KCA AL $4,250,000
2015 KCA AL $675,000
2014 SEA AL $1,250,000
2011 NYN NL $1,100,000
2010 SDN NL $6,375,000
2009 SDN NL $4,625,000
2008 SDN NL $2,625,000
2007 SDN NL $600,000
2006 SDN NL $500,000
2005 TEX AL $400,000
Total Career Earnings $22,400,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Princeton University Princeton NJ 1999, 2000