Rick Anderson
Born: 11/29/1956 in Everett, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-06-09 | Final Game: 1988-07-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Richard Arlen Anderson
Biography
Rick Anderson, born in 1956, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1986 to 1988. He played in the Major Leagues during a time when the game was experiencing a transition, with an influx of power hitters and a shift towards offense. Over his brief career, he recorded a win-loss record of 4-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.75, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level despite the challenges presented by the era's offensive climate.
Anderson's pitching style was characterized by a mix of control and durability, allowing him to accumulate 42 strikeouts throughout his time on the mound. He also secured 1 save, contributing to his teams' efforts in critical game situations. Though his career was relatively short, Anderson's presence in the league added depth to the pitching rotations of the teams he represented. His journey through professional baseball reflects the perseverance and dedication required to succeed in a highly competitive environment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 28 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 96.7 | 112 | 51 | 9 | 29 | 42 | 4.75 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYN | NL | 2 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 49.7 | 45 | 15 | 11 | 21 | 2.72 | 749.4 |
| 1987 | KCR | AL | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 26 | 20 | 9 | 12 | 13.85 | - |
| 1988 | KCR | AL | 2 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 41 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 4.24 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.091 | 0.091 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYN | NL | 15 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | KCR | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | KCR | AL | 7 | 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 | 28 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYN | P | 15 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | KCA | P | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | KCA | P | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 28 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | Seattle | WA | 1978 |