Jason Anderson
Born: 6/9/1979 in Danville, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-03-31 | Final Game: 2005-07-15
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 188 lbs
Full name: Jason Roger Anderson
Biography
Jason Anderson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2003 to 2005. Born in 1979, he made his debut on March 31, 2003, showcasing his talents primarily with the New York Mets organization. Over the course of his career, Anderson appeared in a total of 22 games, accumulating a win-loss record of 2-0. His earned run average (ERA) was 6.39, and he recorded 19 strikeouts, demonstrating flashes of potential amidst the challenges of establishing himself in the competitive landscape of MLB.
Anderson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the heightened emphasis on offensive output and the evolution of pitching strategies. While he did not achieve the level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a reliable arm in the bullpen were appreciated by his teammates and coaches. After retiring from professional play on July 15, 2005, Anderson remained a part of the baseball community, reflecting the journey of many players who navigate the highs and lows of a career in America's pastime.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.0 | 38 | 27 | 6 | 30 | 19 | 6.39 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 23 | 11 | 14 | 9 | 4.79 | - |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 5.06 | -386.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 45.00 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 7.94 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NYY | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | NYY | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 32 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NYA | P | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | NYN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | NYA | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 32 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NYA | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1998, 1999, 2000 |