Brady Anderson, baseball player, 210 home runs, 1988-2002

Brady Anderson

Born: 1/18/1964 in Silver Spring, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-04-04 | Final Game: 2002-05-20

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Brady Kevin Anderson

Biography

Brady Anderson was a versatile position player who enjoyed a successful Major League Baseball career from 1988 to 2002. Born in 1964, Anderson played in a total of 1,834 games, primarily as an outfielder. He was known for his impressive speed and power combination, finishing his career with 1,661 hits, 210 home runs, and 315 stolen bases. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to his teams, particularly during his tenure with the Baltimore Orioles, where he became a fan favorite. Anderson was selected as an All-Star three times, showcasing his talents at the peak of his career. His most notable season came in 1996, when he hit 50 home runs, a remarkable feat that highlighted his potential in the steroid era of baseball. Despite a batting average of .256, his contributions to the game extended beyond traditional statistics, as Anderson was recognized for his work ethic and leadership on and off the field. His legacy remains significant in Orioles history, where he is remembered not only for his on-field achievements but also for his impact on the franchise during a transformative period in baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1834 6499 1062 1661 338 67 210 761 315 960 1190 0.256 0.362 0.425 0.787 10390.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
19 80 16 24 4 0 6 12 10 16 0.300

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1997 ALCS BAL 6 25 5 9 2 0 2 3 4 4 0.360
1997 ALDS2 BAL 4 17 3 6 1 0 1 4 1 4 0.353
1996 ALCS BAL 5 21 5 4 1 0 1 1 3 5 0.190
1996 ALDS1 BAL 4 17 3 5 0 0 2 4 2 3 0.294

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1691 1585 3713 60 42 16

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 688
Center Field 927
Right Field 139
Designated Hitter 78

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1996 Player of the Week Week of 1996-04-13

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2002 CLE AL $200,000
2001 BAL AL $7,200,000
2000 BAL AL $7,127,199
1999 BAL AL $5,674,897
1998 BAL AL $5,441,843
1997 BAL AL $4,050,000
1996 BAL AL $3,613,333
1995 BAL AL $3,333,333
1994 BAL AL $3,083,333
1993 BAL AL $1,855,000
1992 BAL AL $365,000
1991 BAL AL $165,000
1990 BAL AL $120,000
1988 BOS AL $62,500
Total Career Earnings $42,291,438

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of California - Irvine Irvine CA 1983, 1984, 1985

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1996 Most Valuable Player AL 9th 53.0 392 0
1992 Most Valuable Player AL 14th 16.0 392 0