Brian Anderson
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Born: Mar 11, 1982
- Debut: August 16, 2005
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 22, 2009
Brian Anderson has signed a one-year deal with the Royals, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin.
Our View:
As he has with the Red Sox and White Sox in his past, Anderson will be used as depth around the outfield and is highly unlikely to muster any fantasy value.
December 21, 2009
The Royals appear to be eyeing former Red Sox and White Sox outfielder Brian Anderson, according to Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports.
Our View:
For a minor league deal. He hit .243 in 86 games between the two clubs last season. He should fit in well in Kansas City.
September 1, 2009
Brian Anderson has been recalled by the Red Sox from Triple-A Pawtucket, according to TSN.
Our View:
Anderson is a career .225 hitter in the majors, and is not expected to see enough action with Boston to register a blip on the fantasy radar.
August 21, 2009
Brian Anderson has been optioned to Triple-A Pawtucket by the Red Sox, according to the Boston Globe. The move was made to open a spot for the activation of outfielder Rocco Baldelli.
Our View:
Anderson only lasted six days with the big club, and he should be more comfortable in Pawtucket, where he can get more playing time. Anderson has not had any fantasy value all year, even when he was starting for the White Sox, and that doesn't look to change any time soon.
August 15, 2009
Brian Anderson has been recalled by the Red Sox from Triple-A Pawtucket, according to TSN. Josh Reddick was sent down as the corresponding move.
Our View:
Anderson was part of the trade that sent Mark Kotsay to Chicago. Anderson could see some action while J.D. Drew recovers from his strained groin, but is only worth a look for deeper AL-only leagues.
July 28, 2009
Less than a week after asking for a trade, Brian Anderson has been traded to the Boston Red Sox for Mark Kotsay, according to MLB.com's Noah Coslov.
Our View:
Anderson had been demoted by the White Sox last weekend after Carlos Quentin was activated from the disabled list. He says he believes that he is a big leaguer and he needs consistent at-bats. Ironically, now that's he received his wish, he may get even less major league playing time, as the Red Sox are set in their outfield with Jason Bay, J.D. Drew and Jacoby Ellsbury, and even recently acquired another outfielder, Chris Duncan. Look for him to be assigned to Triple-A Pawtucket.
July 23, 2009
According to MLB.com, White Sox outfielder Brian Anderson has asked the organization for a trade.
Our View:
Anderson is currently in Triple-A due to the return of Carlos Quentin. He has struggled this season, but the 27-year old outfielder would like a chance to get consistent at-bats. "I need to play every day and be an everyday big-leaguer," Anderson said. "I have more to offer. If it's not with the White Sox, then maybe it really is time for a change." Anderson has a .238/.322/.319 line this season, which includes just two home runs in 65 games. He will likely garner at least some interest.
July 20, 2009
Brian Anderson has been optioned to Triple-A Charlotte to make room for the activation of outfielder Carlos Quentin, according to MLB.com. Anderson hit .238 with the team in 65 games this season.
Our View:
The Sox' outfield was a bit crowded with Quentin coming back, so Anderson was the odd man out. It is a bit of a surprising move since most people thought it would be DeWayne Wise who would get sent down, but Anderson will get a chance to play every day in Charlotte.
May 19, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Brian Anderson will start in center field for tonight's game against the Twins at U.S. Cellular Field, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Anderson is fresh off the DL following his recovery from a strained oblique, but is worth consideration for AL-only leagues - especially while facing struggling opposing hurler Scott Baker (1-4, 6.95 ERA).
May 19, 2009
As expected, Brian Anderson has been activated from the 15-day DL following his recovery from a strained oblique, according to the Sports Network. Infielder Brent Lillibridge was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte as the corresponding move.
Our View:
Anderson was hitting .288 over 52 at-bats prior to going down, and is worth adding in AL-only leagues for depth if available on the waiver wire.
May 19, 2009
Brian Anderson is expected to return to the Sox tonight following his recovery from a strained right oblique, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
Anderson should share starts in center field with Scott Podsednik until DeWayne Wise returns to the mix. The Sox will start a set against the rival Twins tonight at U.S. Cellular Field.
May 13, 2009
Brian Anderson is ready to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte today, according to the Chicago Tribune. He is recovering from a strained right oblique.
Our View:
His stint is expected to be brief. Brent Lillibridge is believed to be the likely candidate to be demoted to the minors when Anderson is activated from the DL.
May 7, 2009
Manager Ozzie Guillen indicated that Brian Anderson is on schedule to return from the 15-day DL on time, but will likely have a short rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte first, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He is recovering from a strained right oblique.
Our View:
Anderson should share time with Scott Podsednik in center field upon his return to Chicago. Either Brent Lillibride or Jayson Nix would likely be sent down to make room for Anderson.
May 1, 2009
Brian Anderson has been placed on the 15-day DL with his strained oblique, according to the Chicago Tribune. Jayson Nix was activated from his minor league rehab assignment as the adjoining move.
Our View:
The move is retroactive to April 30. Scott Podsednik will be a top candidate to roam center field while Anderson is out. Anderson was hitting .288 over 52 at-bats prior to going down.
April 30, 2009
Brian Anderson will be re-evaluated prior to Friday's game at Texas, according to the Chicago Tribune. He sustained a strained oblique during Wednesday's battle with the Mariners.
Our View:
Scott Podsednik has been recalled from the minors, and could roam in center field if Anderson is not able to play tomorrow night.
April 29, 2009
The Chicago Sun-Times reports that Brian Anderson suffered a strained oblique while swinging in Wednesday's game against the Mariners. Jerry Owens replaced him in the lineup.
Our View:
The strained oblique strikes again! Anderson was actually hitting .300 through his first 50 at bats. It seems like a DL stint is likely, but that is not yet certain.
April 14, 2009
According to MLB.com, Brian Anderson will be the everyday center fielder while Dewayne Wise is out. Manager Ozzie Guillen was quoted as saying: "Brian Anderson will dictate how much he's going to play. The leash, I don't want to say it's short or it's long. I want to see how many good at-bats he's going to give me."
Our View:
It looks like Anderson will be given every chance in the world to earn an everyday spot in the lineup. If he plays nearly every day, he may be worth an add in AL-only leagues.
April 14, 2009
Brian Anderson will start in center field for today's game at the Tigers, according to the Chicago Tribune. Dewayne Wise is out with a Grade-3 separated shoulder.
Our View:
Anderson will bat ninth in the lineup. He is 14-for-63 (.222) over his career against the Tigers, and is only worth a look for AL-only leagues today.
March 14, 2009
Brian Anderson hit two home runs on his way to five RBI in the White Sox 8-4 win over the Rangers on Saturday. His 2-for-4 day at the plate improved his spring batting average to .235.
Our View:
Anderson still has value due to his glove, but outbursts like today are not to be expected come the regular season. He is still unlikely to win a starting job this spring, and it's possible he starts the season at Triple-A as he still has options left.
February 2, 2009
Scott Gregor of the Daily Herald stated that he would not be surprised if the White Sox dealt Brian Anderson.
Our View:
Anderson is third on Chicago's depth chart among center fielders, and would not likely refuse a trade with a chance for more playing time with another club. GM Kenny Williams built him up a bit as well, claiming he would have hit 25 homers if he played regularly last season.
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