Varney Anderson, baseball player, 1889-1896

Varney Anderson

Born: 6/18/1866 in Geneva, IL, USA

Died: 11/5/1941 in Rockford, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1889-08-01 | Final Game: 1896-05-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Warner Samuel Anderson

Biography

Varney Anderson, born in 1866, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more modern game. His career spanned from 1889 to 1896, during which he appeared in Major League Baseball, contributing to the sport during its formative years. Anderson's pitching record stood at 9 wins and 20 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.16. Over his time on the mound, he recorded a total of 41 strikeouts, though he did not register any saves. Anderson's playing style was indicative of his era, where pitchers often faced a grueling schedule and the game was evolving in terms of strategy and athleticism. While his statistics may not reflect the dominance of other contemporary pitchers, his participation in the league contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His career ended in the mid-1890s, a pivotal period when baseball began to draw larger crowds and solidify its status as America's pastime.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
9 20 35 30 22 0 0 239.7 339 164 13 115 41 6.16 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
42 114 25 34 3 3 0 18 0 10 12 0.298 0.360 0.377 0.737 -61.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 2 0 0 0 2 0
P 35 0 11 54 10 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 35
Left Field 1
Right Field 1