Matt Young
Born: 8/9/1958 in Pasadena, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-04-06 | Final Game: 1993-08-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Matthew John Young
Biography
Matt Young was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1958 who had a career spanning from 1983 to 1993. He played for several teams in Major League Baseball, showcasing his skills as a left-handed pitcher. Over the course of his career, Young compiled a win-loss record of 55-95 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.4. He struck out a total of 857 batters and recorded 25 saves, reflecting his capability as both a starter and a reliever. Young's most notable achievement came when he was selected as an All-Star, underscoring his talent and contribution to the game during his active years.
Young played in an era characterized by the transition from traditional pitching styles to the increasing emphasis on specialized roles within bullpens. His journey through the league included stints with multiple teams, where he was known for his competitive spirit and durability on the mound. Although his record may not reflect dominance, his ability to strike out batters and contribute to his teams' efforts made him a respected figure among his peers and fans alike. Young's career remains part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the challenges and triumphs faced by many pitchers during the late 20th century.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 95 | 333 | 163 | 20 | 5 | 25 | 1189.7 | 1207 | 582 | 99 | 565 | 857 | 4.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 11 | 15 | 33 | 32 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 203.7 | 178 | 74 | 79 | 130 | 3.27 | 223.0 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 6 | 8 | 22 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 113.3 | 141 | 72 | 57 | 73 | 5.72 | -1351.2 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 12 | 19 | 37 | 35 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 218.3 | 242 | 119 | 76 | 136 | 4.91 | -313.5 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | 8 | 6 | 65 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 103.7 | 108 | 44 | 46 | 82 | 3.82 | 243.9 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 5 | 8 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 54.3 | 62 | 27 | 17 | 42 | 4.47 | - |
| 1989 | OAK | AL | 1 | 4 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37.3 | 42 | 28 | 31 | 27 | 6.75 | -746.4 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 8 | 18 | 34 | 33 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 225.3 | 198 | 88 | 107 | 176 | 3.51 | 1445.9 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 3 | 7 | 19 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 88.7 | 92 | 51 | 53 | 69 | 5.18 | 371.4 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | 0 | 4 | 28 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 70.7 | 69 | 36 | 42 | 57 | 4.58 | -1115.9 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 1 | 6 | 22 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.3 | 75 | 43 | 57 | 65 | 5.21 | -1640.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 333 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 47 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | OAK | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ALCS | OAK | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ALCS | OAK | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 333 | 163 | 50 | 159 | 29 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | SEA | P | 33 | 32 | 9 | 39 | 3 | 0 |
| 1984 | SEA | P | 22 | 22 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| 1985 | SEA | P | 37 | 35 | 6 | 24 | 1 | 1 |
| 1986 | SEA | P | 65 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| 1987 | LAN | P | 47 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | OAK | P | 26 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SEA | P | 34 | 33 | 12 | 31 | 9 | 1 |
| 1991 | BOS | P | 19 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | BOS | P | 28 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| 1993 | CLE | P | 22 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 333 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | BOS | AL | $2,266,667 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $2,266,667 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $587,000 |
| 1989 | OAK | AL | $425,000 |
| 1987 | LAN | NL | $350,000 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | $205,000 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | $159,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,259,334 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena City College | Pasadena | CA | 1977 |
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1979, 1980 |