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Matt Young

Detroit Tigers

1982/10/03 29

5-8 175

Temple, TX

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Year Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB K SB CS AVG OBP SLG
2011 0 99 366 64 100 16 4 1 24 57 59 17 7 .273 .372 .347
career Total 20 48 4 10 1 0 0 1 4 6 0 1 .208 .269 .229

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • Has great base-stealing ability and very good plate discipline, making him a pretty solid leadoff candidate.
Flaws
  • Doesn't have nearly enough home-run power in his bat, and can struggle against left-handed pitching.
Career Potential
  • Speedy backup outfielder.
  • AwardsSouthern League (AA) - All-Star Team

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

November 7, 2011 Signed by the Detroit Tigers to a minor league contract.
September 24, 2011 Designated for assignement by the Atlanta Braves.
June 15, 2011 Optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).
May 31, 2011 Recalled from Gwinnett (AAA).
April 22, 2011 Optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).
February 22, 2011 Re-signed by the Atlanta Braves to a one-year contract.
November 19, 2010 Contract purchased from Gwinnett (AAA).
April 3, 2010 Assigned to minor league camp.

Trades

November 7, 2011 Signed by the Detroit Tigers to a minor league contract.
August 23, 2004 Signed as a non-drafted free agent by the Atlanta Braves.

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