The Seattle Mariners signed free-agent outfielder Eric Young Jr. to a minor league deal on Tuesday. Young hit .323 (10-for-31) with a homer, three RBI and two steals in 13 spring games for the Orioles before they released him. Young gives the M's extra depth with Mallex Smith trying to make it back from a spring injury, but he's unlikely to stick around for the long haul or be an option for fantasy owners.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Eric Young Jr. is starting in left field on Friday, batting ninth. With Justin Upton (finger) on the DL and Jabari Blash optioned to Triple-A, Young serves to pick up starts in the interim. He is a cheap source of steals in deeper leagues, with four on the year in 21 games. However, his playing time will dwindle considerably when Upton returns.
Outfielder Eric Young Jr. has been recalled by the Los Angeles Angels. Jabari Blash has been sent down to Triple-A in a corresponding move. Young is known for his speed, as he has 157 steals in 610 major league games. He'll likely be a depth piece for the Angels and while he's a threat whenever he is on the base paths, he won't see enough starts to be a difference maker in fantasy. He should be left on the waiver wire.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Eric Young Jr. has been informed he will not be on the Angels' Opening Day roster. Infielder David Fletcher, pitcher Ian Krol, pitcher John Lamb, outfielder Rymer Liriano and pitcher Osmer Morales were also left off the Angels' 25-man roster, though all will remain in major league camp. Young hit a respectable .310 in spring training, but the Angels are going with Chris Young as their fourth outfielder. It is unclear if the 32-year-old will remain in Los Angeles as minor league depth or look for another opportunity elsewhere.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Eric Young Jr. was called up from Triple-A Salt Lake City on Tuesday. Young will give the Angels extra outfield depth while Mike Trout works through a minor neck injury. Young, 32, has batted .260/.336/.396 in 34 games this season at the major league level.
