Mike Young, baseball player, 1982-1989

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

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

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