Kevin Young, baseball player, 144 home runs, 1992-2003

Kevin Young

Born: 6/16/1969 in Alpena, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1992-07-12 | Final Game: 2003-06-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Kevin Stacey Young

Biography

Kevin Young was a professional baseball player born in 1969, who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball during his career from 1992 to 2003. Primarily playing as a position player, Young appeared in 1,205 games, showcasing his versatility and durability on the field. He recorded a total of 1,007 hits, which included 144 home runs and 606 runs batted in (RBIs), while maintaining a batting average of .258. Young demonstrated speed on the bases as well, accumulating 83 stolen bases throughout his career. Young's playing style was characterized by a blend of power and agility, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Kansas City Royals. His contributions were particularly notable during the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period marked by increased offensive production in the league. Young's ability to perform under pressure and deliver clutch hits helped him earn a reputation as a reliable player during his tenure. His legacy remains significant in the history of the game, reflecting the competitive spirit and evolving nature of baseball during his era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1205 3897 536 1007 235 17 144 606 83 336 882 0.258 0.324 0.438 0.762 -402.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1049 917 8604 590 74 871
3B 97 68 57 176 19 10
OF 30 22 33 1 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1049
Third Base 97
Left Field 13
Right Field 18
Designated Hitter 4

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1999 Player of the Week Week of 1999-07-17

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2003 PIT NL $6,625,000
2002 PIT NL $5,625,000
2001 PIT NL $6,125,000
2000 PIT NL $5,625,000
1999 PIT NL $2,100,000
1998 PIT NL $1,600,000
1997 PIT NL $400,000
1996 KCA AL $150,000
1995 PIT NL $160,000
1994 PIT NL $160,000
1993 PIT NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $28,679,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Kansas City Kansas Community College Kansas City KS 1988, 1989
University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg MS 1990

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1997 Most Valuable Player NL 19th 5.0 392 0