Michael Young

Biography

Michael Young is a former professional baseball player who spent most of his career with the Texas Rangers. He played primarily as a shortstop, but also saw time at second base, third base, and designated hitter.

Young was born in California and attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he played college baseball. He was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in 1997 and spent several years in their minor league system before making his major league debut in 2000.

In 2001, Young was traded to the Texas Rangers, where he would spend the majority of his career. He quickly established himself as a reliable and versatile player, earning his first All-Star selection in 2004. Over the next several years, Young continued to put up strong offensive numbers while also playing solid defense at multiple positions.

In 2008, Young won his first Gold Glove award for his defensive play at shortstop. He also led the American League in hits that year, with 213. Young's consistent performance earned him several more All-Star selections and Silver Slugger awards over the next few years.

In 2011, Young was named the Rangers' team captain, a testament to his leadership and work ethic. That year, he helped lead the team to its second consecutive World Series appearance, although they ultimately lost to the St. Louis Cardinals.

Young was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2013, where he played his final season before retiring. Over the course of his career, he amassed over 2,300 hits, 1,000 runs scored, and 1,000 RBI. He was also known for his durability, playing in at least 155 games in seven different seasons.

Off the field, Young was highly respected by his teammates and coaches for his professionalism and dedication. He was involved in several charitable organizations and was known for his contributions to the community.

In recognition of his accomplishments, Young was inducted into the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame in 2016. He remains a beloved figure among Rangers fans and is remembered as one of the team's all-time greats.

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2001-Oct-05 • TEX/SEA • Texas Rangers vs Seattle Mariners - 115th Win - Radio Broadcast / On October 5th, 2001, the Texas Rangers faced off against the Seattle Mariners in what would become a significant game in Major League Baseball history. The Mariners were on the cusp of an unprecedented achievement, aiming for their 115th win of the season, a feat that would tie them with the 1906 Chicago Cubs for the most regular-season wins in MLB history. The Texas Rangers, though not in contention for the playoffs, were eager to play the spoiler and deny the Mariners this record-setting victory. The crisp, autumnal air of October baseball was heavy with anticipation as the game unfolded, a tension that was only heightened by the recent events of 9/11, which had led to a temporary suspension of the season and had imbued the game with a greater sense of unity and national pride.