On June 5, 2012, Young made his return against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park with the Mets, giving up 3 runs (2 earned) over 5 innings in a game that was eventually decided in 12 innings.
On June 5, 2012, Young pitched for the Mets against the Nationals at Nationals Park. He gave up 3 earned runs over 5 innings in a game that went into extra innings before a resolution.