Marlon Anderson
Born: 1/6/1974 in Montgomery, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-09-08 | Final Game: 2009-04-10
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Marlon Ordell Anderson
Biography
Marlon Anderson, born in 1974, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2009. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,151 games, amassing 849 hits, including 63 home runs and 371 RBIs. With a career batting average of .265, Anderson demonstrated a solid offensive presence, complemented by his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his 71 stolen bases. He was known for his ability to adapt to various positions on the field, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during the era of increased offensive production in baseball.
Anderson's career spanned a transformative time in baseball, characterized by the rise of power hitters and the growing importance of athleticism in the game. He played for several teams, showcasing his talents in both starting and bench roles, which highlighted his reliability and work ethic. Although he may not have been a household name, Anderson's contributions to his teams and his consistent performance at the plate left a lasting impact on those who followed his career. After retiring, he remained a respected figure in baseball, known for his dedication to the sport and his ability to inspire young players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1151 | 3204 | 392 | 849 | 174 | 20 | 63 | 371 | 71 | 227 | 471 | 0.265 | 0.314 | 0.391 | 0.705 | -5099.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 17 | 43 | 4 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.326 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 129 | 452 | 48 | 114 | 26 | 4 | 5 | 54 | 13 | 24 | 61 | 0.252 | -1634.6 |
| 2000 | PHI | NL | 41 | 162 | 10 | 37 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 22 | 0.228 | -733.8 |
| 2001 | PHI | NL | 147 | 522 | 69 | 153 | 30 | 2 | 11 | 61 | 8 | 35 | 74 | 0.293 | -46.7 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 145 | 539 | 64 | 139 | 30 | 6 | 8 | 48 | 5 | 42 | 71 | 0.258 | -837.0 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 145 | 482 | 59 | 130 | 27 | 3 | 6 | 67 | 19 | 41 | 60 | 0.270 | -689.6 |
| 2004 | STL | NL | 113 | 253 | 31 | 60 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 28 | 6 | 12 | 38 | 0.237 | -866.4 |
| 2005 | NYN | NL | 123 | 235 | 31 | 62 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 19 | 6 | 18 | 45 | 0.264 | -262.6 |
| 2006 | LAD | NL | 25 | 64 | 12 | 24 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 0.375 | 665.6 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 109 | 215 | 31 | 59 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 23 | 2 | 18 | 41 | 0.274 | 665.6 |
| 2007 | LAD | NL | 23 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 43 | 69 | 14 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 0.319 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | 87 | 138 | 16 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 27 | 0.210 | -792.5 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 25 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.240 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.308 |
| 2004 | WS | SLN | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 |
| 2004 | NLDS1 | SLN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2004 | NLCS | SLN | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 36 | 21 | 216 | 21 | 3 | 23 |
| 2B | 680 | 632 | 1213 | 1724 | 71 | 406 |
| OF | 135 | 99 | 190 | 9 | 9 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PHI | 2B | 9 | 9 | 14 | 30 | 1 | 6 |
| 1999 | PHI | 2B | 121 | 121 | 234 | 284 | 11 | 59 |
| 2000 | PHI | 2B | 41 | 41 | 87 | 100 | 2 | 32 |
| 2001 | PHI | 2B | 140 | 138 | 270 | 387 | 12 | 86 |
| 2002 | PHI | 2B | 143 | 140 | 272 | 382 | 20 | 90 |
| 2003 | TBA | 2B | 134 | 117 | 194 | 350 | 15 | 91 |
| 2003 | TBA | OF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | SLN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | SLN | 2B | 37 | 24 | 55 | 70 | 4 | 20 |
| 2004 | SLN | OF | 36 | 25 | 44 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2005 | NYN | 1B | 23 | 16 | 173 | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| 2005 | NYN | 2B | 20 | 16 | 35 | 47 | 1 | 9 |
| 2005 | NYN | OF | 23 | 13 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | LAN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | LAN | OF | 15 | 15 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | 2B | 32 | 26 | 51 | 71 | 5 | 13 |
| 2006 | WAS | OF | 17 | 13 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 2007 | LAN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | LAN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | NYN | OF | 16 | 10 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | NYN | 1B | 6 | 3 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2008 | NYN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | NYN | OF | 25 | 20 | 45 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 36 |
| Second Base | 680 |
| Left Field | 92 |
| Center Field | 10 |
| Right Field | 37 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | NYN | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | $1,050,000 |
| 2007 | LAN | NL | $925,000 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | $925,000 |
| 2004 | SLN | NL | $600,000 |
| 2003 | TBA | AL | $600,000 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | $400,000 |
| 2001 | PHI | NL | $280,000 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,130,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama | Mobile | AL | 1993, 1994, 1995 |