Who Is the Texas Rangers’ General Manager Chris Young?

As strategic visionaries in the world of baseball, the role of a General Manager is pivotal. Chris Young, the current general manager of the Texas Rangers, is a name that resonates with fans and industry insiders. Talk about astute decision-making and a keen understanding of the game. Young’s transition from the pitcher’s mound to the executive suite brings a unique perspective to his role as GM, blending firsthand experience with a strategic mindset. But there are some astonishing lesser-known facts about him. 

As per his resume, Christopher Ryan Young is an executive vice president and general manager of the Texas Rangers. Hailing from Princeton, he played basketball and baseball during in earlier days. As time passed he found his footing in the latter and became a 6-foot-10 right-handed pitcher for multiple MLB franchises. And, as per recent developments with respect to his being successful in his role as a manager, the Rangers will open the World Series on Friday night at Arlington’s Globe Life Field against the Arizona Diamondbacks. That said, on a side note, is his intriguing connection with legendary manager Bruce Bochy known? 

Story of How Chris Young Made It To The Top

At the age of 25, this 2004 debutant went on to play for Texas Rangers, San Diego Padres, New York Mets, Seattle Mariners and the Kansas City Royals through his 13 years of playing career. Post that, his career came full circle when he joined the Rangers as their GM. When one adopts the title of an MLB Official, inquisitiveness comes packaged with it. The 44-year-old is surely the one with many questions. 

“But he’s the kind of guy that if he sat down with you, he’d probably be asking questions about how you go about your job. He just wants to know”, said Dick Patrick, the Washington Capitals Team president as per The Washington Post. He has gathered insights with his experience as a player at the Highland Park High School, the Princeton University and finally MLB. Putting it into action, he reaped the benefit as the the Lone Stars made it to the WS for the first time since 2011. Since him, joining Texas, the Dallas-born made some great deals early in his career. 

In July 2021, the Texas Rangers traded starting pitcher Kyle Gibson, reliever Ian Kennedy, Hans Crouse to the Philadelphia Phillies. The exchange that both teams agreed upon was pitcher Spencer Howard and two other prospects. Trading All-Star outfielder Joey Gallo to the New York Yankees in exchange for Josh Smith and pitcher Glenn Otto was also a good move. And in an attempt to bolster pitching rotation, Chris Young and the Rangers signed veteran starting pitcher Corey Kluber. His managerial prowess is unquestionable, but whom did he look up to when he was younger? 

How Did Bruce Bochy and Chris Young End Up In The Same Team Again?

Seems like Bruce Bochy was the one. He often recalls the time in 2006 when he played for the Padres and Bochy managed the team. He poured praises for the 68-year-old who is an amalgamation of a perfect ratio of traditional and modern ideas. Young emoted, “That’s why he’s still successful at managing. I thought he was a great manager in 2006 when I played for him”. With that Bruce is apparently a great fit for the Rangers. 

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The reason these veteran managers are still around is that they are flexible, adaptable, and mature. Young believes that these are crucial qualities to acknowledge in Bochy. With that the Rangers stand at the height they’re at today. 

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