Del Young
Born: 10/24/1885 in Macon, MO, USA
Died: 12/17/1959 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-09-24 | Final Game: 1915-05-12
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Delmer John Young
Biography
Del Young was a professional baseball player born in 1885, who made his mark in the early 20th century as a position player. His career spanned from 1909 until May 12, 1915, during which he played in 94 games. Young was known for his solid batting skills, finishing his career with a .265 batting average, which highlighted his ability to contribute to his team's offensive efforts. He recorded 52 hits over his playing years, including 4 home runs and 23 RBIs, demonstrating a capability to drive in runs and provide power at the plate.
Throughout his career, Young was a part of the transitional period in baseball, where the game was evolving from the deadball era into a more offense-oriented style. Though he did not achieve overwhelming statistical success, his contributions to the teams he played for were notable, particularly in an era when the dynamics of the game were shifting. Young's lone stolen base indicates a player who was not primarily known for speed but rather for his ability to handle the bat efficiently. His time in Major League Baseball remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.250 | .000 | 0.250 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.250 | .000 | 0.250 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 196 | 17 | 52 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 23 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 0.265 | 0.284 | 0.403 | 0.687 | 141.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CIN | NL | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | BUF | FL | 80 | 174 | 17 | 48 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0.276 | 141.8 |
| 1915 | BUF | FL | 12 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 46 | 1 | 53 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | CIN | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | BUF | OF | 41 | 0 | 49 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 1915 | BUF | OF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 8 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 37 |