Rick Anderson
Born: 12/25/1953 in Inglewood, CA, USA
Died: 6/23/1989 in Wilmington, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-09-18 | Final Game: 1980-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Richard Lee Anderson
Biography
Rick Anderson was a professional baseball player born in 1953, whose career unfolded briefly from 1979 to 1980. Primarily serving as a position player, Anderson made a total of six appearances in Major League Baseball. Despite his efforts on the field, he finished his career without recording any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. Additionally, he did not register any stolen bases during his time in the league.
Anderson's tenure in the majors coincided with a transformative period in baseball, marked by the influx of talent and the evolving dynamics of the game. While his time on the diamond was limited, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many athletes who aspired to make their mark in the sport. His experience highlights the competitive nature of professional baseball and the challenges faced by players striving to succeed in the league.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 14 | 7 | 3.75 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3.86 | - |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 7 | 3.72 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 5 | 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 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SEA | P | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |