Cliff Young
Born: 8/2/1964 in Willis, TX, USA
Died: 11/4/1993 in Montgomery County, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-07-14 | Final Game: 1993-07-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Clifford Raphael Young
Biography
Cliff Young was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1990 to 1993. Born in 1964, Young made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) during a time characterized by the increasing offensive production of the game, transitioning into the high-scoring environment of the early 1990s. Throughout his career, he played a pivotal role as a reliable option on the mound, finishing with a record of 5-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.25. His ability to strike out batters was highlighted by his total of 56 strikeouts, complemented by one save.
Young's playing style exemplified the competitive spirit of the era, where pitchers were continually challenged by the evolving hitting techniques of their opponents. While he may not have achieved the accolades of some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a pitcher during his time in the league were significant, providing teams with valuable innings and demonstrating the skill set necessary to compete in a rapidly changing baseball landscape. His career, although brief, reflected the dedication and passion of those who aspired to leave their mark on the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 49 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 103.7 | 126 | 49 | 14 | 28 | 56 | 4.25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.7 | 40 | 12 | 7 | 19 | 3.52 | - |
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 4.26 | - |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 3 | 3 | 21 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 60.3 | 74 | 31 | 18 | 31 | 4.62 | -1150.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 21 | 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 | 49 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CAL | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | CAL | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CLE | P | 21 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 49 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $125,000 |
| 1991 | CAL | AL | $105,000 |
| 1990 | CAL | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $330,000 | ||