Young was a smooth second baseman who rose through the Cardinal farm system and was
bought in 1951 by the Browns, for whom he batted a career-high .260 as a rookie.
When the franchise shifted to Baltimore in 1954, Young, a Maryland native, was the
first player signed to a contract.
(JK)
FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»April 23, 1952:
Bob Cain of the Browns and Bob Feller of the
Indians each pitch a one-hitter, with the Browns prevailing
1-0. It ties a ML record for the fewest hits
by 2 teams in a game. Bobby Young hits a triple in
the first inning and scores the only run, as
the Browns move into first place.
»April 16, 1953:
Lefty Billy Pierce of the White Sox throws a
one-hitter against the Browns. Bobby Young's double
in the 7th is the only St. Louis safety in the 1-0
shutout. Harry Brecheen allows the White Sox just
2 hits in losing.
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