Cy Young

About

Denton True "Cy" Young was a legendary American Major League Baseball pitcher, renowned for his remarkable career spanning 22 years. Born on March 29, 1867, in Gilmore, Ohio, Young began his professional baseball career with the Cleveland Spiders in 1890. He played for several teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals, Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Naps, and Boston Rustlers. Young's career is highlighted by his record-breaking 511 wins, which remain the most in MLB history. He also holds records for most career innings pitched (7,356) and most complete games (749). Young's achievements extend beyond his win record. He was a master of various pitching techniques, including fastballs, curves, and changeups, which allowed him to maintain a high level of performance throughout his career. He won the ERA title twice and led his league in wins five times. Young was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937. His legacy is honored annually with the Cy Young Award, recognizing the best pitchers in the league. Young passed away on November 4, 1955, leaving behind a lasting impact on baseball history.