Brian Anderson, baseball player, 2005-2009

Brian Anderson

Born: 3/11/1982 in Tucson, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 2005-08-16 | Final Game: 2009-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Brian Nikola Anderson

Biography

Brian Anderson, born in 1982, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2009. Primarily known as a position player, Anderson played a total of 355 games during his career, contributing to teams with his versatile skills on the field. He recorded 181 hits, 22 home runs, and 80 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .227. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with 13 stolen bases, reflecting a dynamic aspect of his playing style. Anderson's career unfolded during a period characterized by significant changes in the game, including advancements in training and player conditioning. His ability to adapt and compete at the highest level allowed him to leave a lasting impression, even though he played in an era increasingly dominated by power hitters. While not achieving the notoriety of some of his contemporaries, Anderson's contributions to his teams were valuable, and he remains a part of the fabric of the game’s history during the mid-2000s. After concluding his professional playing career in 2009, he transitioned from the diamond, leaving behind a legacy of perseverance and dedication to the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
355 799 108 181 47 1 22 80 13 65 208 0.227 0.290 0.370 0.660 -1928.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2009 ALDS2 BOS 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2008 ALDS2 CHA 3 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 335 209 562 7 5 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 21
Center Field 303
Right Field 20
Designated Hitter 5

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2009 CHA AL $440,000
2008 CHA AL $395,000
2007 CHA AL $390,000
2006 CHA AL $330,000
Total Career Earnings $1,555,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Arizona Tucson AZ 2001, 2002, 2003