Mike Young
Born: 3/20/1960 in Oakland, CA, USA
Died: 5/28/2023 in Atilio Vivacqua, Espirito Santo, Brazil
MLB Debut: 1982-09-14 | Final Game: 1989-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Darren Young
Biography
Mike Young, born in 1960, was a professional baseball player who graced Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1989. Primarily recognized as a position player, Young played in a total of 635 games across his career, showcasing a blend of power and speed that made him a valuable asset to his teams. Over the course of his tenure, he accumulated 454 hits, including 72 home runs, and drove in 235 runs, finishing with a batting average of .247. His 22 stolen bases demonstrated his ability to contribute not only with his bat but also on the base paths, reflecting the dynamic playing style that characterized baseball during the mid to late 1980s.
Young's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitters and a growing emphasis on offensive production. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the game during this era were significant. His versatility and competitive spirit allowed him to leave a lasting impact on the teams he played for, and he remains a respected figure for fans and historians of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 635 | 1840 | 244 | 454 | 80 | 6 | 72 | 235 | 22 | 237 | 465 | 0.247 | 0.338 | 0.414 | 0.752 | 2606.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BAL | AL | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | BAL | AL | 25 | 36 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | BAL | AL | 123 | 401 | 59 | 101 | 17 | 2 | 17 | 52 | 6 | 58 | 110 | 0.252 | 1016.6 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 139 | 450 | 72 | 123 | 22 | 1 | 28 | 81 | 1 | 48 | 104 | 0.273 | 1820.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 117 | 369 | 43 | 93 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 42 | 3 | 49 | 90 | 0.252 | 41.1 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 110 | 363 | 46 | 87 | 10 | 1 | 16 | 39 | 10 | 46 | 91 | 0.240 | -63.3 |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 8 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 75 | 146 | 13 | 33 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 26 | 43 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 32 | 59 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 0.186 | -234.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 402 | 339 | 775 | 12 | 25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | BAL | OF | 22 | 7 | 25 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | BAL | OF | 115 | 105 | 216 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 1985 | BAL | OF | 90 | 83 | 190 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | OF | 69 | 62 | 149 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 1987 | BAL | OF | 60 | 54 | 117 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1988 | ML4 | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | PHI | OF | 42 | 28 | 76 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | CLE | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 266 |
| Center Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 153 |
| Designated Hitter | 151 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Player of the Week | Week of 1985-08-16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | AL | $150,000 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | $395,000 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | $350,000 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | $387,500 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | $121,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,403,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's College of California | Moraga | CA | 1979 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 5th | 3.0 | 140 | 0 |