Del Young
Born: 3/11/1912 in Cleveland, OH, USA
Died: 12/8/1979 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-19 | Final Game: 1940-06-12
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Delmer Edward Young
Biography
Del Young, born in 1912, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1937 to 1940. Primarily a position player, Young participated in 309 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 213 hits, resulting in a batting average of .224. His offensive contributions included 3 home runs and 76 runs batted in, complemented by 7 stolen bases, showcasing a blend of power and speed in his playing style.
Competing during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offense-driven styles of the late 1930s, Young's contributions came at a time when baseball was beginning to see a shift in player dynamics and tactics. Although his career statistics may not place him among the legends of the game, Young's role as a reliable position player during his tenure reflected the depth and talent of the teams he played for. His time in the league came to an end on June 12, 1940, marking the conclusion of a career that, while perhaps overshadowed by more prominent contemporaries, was nonetheless a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 309 | 950 | 87 | 213 | 31 | 7 | 3 | 76 | 7 | 48 | 115 | 0.224 | 0.264 | 0.281 | 0.545 | -4904.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHI | NL | 109 | 360 | 36 | 70 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 6 | 18 | 55 | 0.194 | -2681.2 |
| 1938 | PHI | NL | 108 | 340 | 27 | 78 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 20 | 35 | 0.229 | -1682.7 |
| 1939 | PHI | NL | 77 | 217 | 22 | 57 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 8 | 24 | 0.263 | -540.1 |
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 15 | 33 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.242 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 147 | 0 | 289 | 438 | 38 | 84 |
| SS | 148 | 0 | 239 | 379 | 41 | 63 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHI | 2B | 108 | 0 | 200 | 333 | 28 | 63 |
| 1938 | PHI | 2B | 17 | 0 | 40 | 44 | 3 | 8 |
| 1938 | PHI | SS | 87 | 0 | 156 | 263 | 30 | 44 |
| 1939 | PHI | 2B | 17 | 0 | 39 | 50 | 6 | 12 |
| 1939 | PHI | SS | 55 | 0 | 70 | 104 | 10 | 16 |
| 1940 | PHI | 2B | 5 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1940 | PHI | SS | 6 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 147 |
| Shortstop | 148 |