Brett Anderson
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Born: Feb 1, 1988
- Debut: April 10, 2009
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Newsbreakers
October 2, 2009
Brett Anderson allowed four runs (only one earned) in five innings on Thursday, enough to doom the A's to a 4-2 loss in Seattle.
Our View:
The start was the last of Anderson's rookie campaign, which, all-in-all, was a very successful one. In 30 starts, he went 11-11 with a 4.06 ERA and 150 strikeouts in 175.1 innings. He is definitely someone to target in the later rounds of your draft next season.
September 24, 2009
Brett Anderson was solid in picking up his 11th win of the season on Thursday. Anderson went 5.2 innings and allowed three runs (one earned) on six hits while striking out six.
Our View:
Anderson improved to 4-0 in the month of September, and he is fnishing out his rookie campaign on a very high note. His ERA is at 4.12 for the season, and he looks to have a bright future in the Oakland rotation.
September 18, 2009
Brett Anderson only issued four hits over six scoreless innings in Friday's 2-1 win over the Indians at McAfee Coliseum. He had one walk and racked up 10 strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson enjoyed one of his best outings of 2009, and evened his record to 10-10. The rookie is hot, as he is 3-0 with a 2.50 ERA over three starts in September.
September 12, 2009
Brett Anderson was very good on Saturday as the A's picked up a win against the Twins by the score of 4-2. Anderson went seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits while striking out four.
Our View:
Anderson is now 9-10 on the season, but his 4.37 ERA is pretty solid for the rookie. He looks like a guy who can contribute to a fantasy squad in the future, but he is just an average play right now.
September 5, 2009
Brett Anderson gave up three earned runs on seven hits over five innings in Saturday's 9-5 win over the Mariners at McAfee Coliseum. He had two walks and fired six strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson claimed his eighth victory after being winless over his previous four starts. The rookie is off to a good start in September, after holding a 4.66 ERA over six starts last month.
August 30, 2009
Brett Anderson was touched for four earned runs on seven hits and a walk over six innings on Sunday. He fanned just two batter and took the loss as the A's got blasted by the Angels 9-1.
Our View:
Anderson is typically a strikeout machine (especially as of late), so the two-K performance is puzzling. The four runs allowed were disappointing as his previous two outings were dominant.
August 20, 2009
Brett Anderson gave up three earned runs on six hits over seven innings in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Yankees at McAfee Coliseum. He had one walk and fired six strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson suffered his first loss of August, and his ninth of the season. On the positive side, the rookie trimmed his ERA to 4.51.
August 9, 2009
Brett Anderson gave up three earned runs on six hits over six innings in Sunday's 6-3 win at Kansas City. He had one walk and five strikeouts.
Our View:
The rookie improved his record to 7-8, and has two wins over his last three starts. He is worth employing in AL-only leagues for his next trip to the hill.
August 4, 2009
Brett Anderson only surrendered two earned runs on six hits over 7.2 innings in Monday's 3-2 win over the Rangers at McAfee Coliseum. He had three walks and fired eight strikeouts.
Our View:
Oakland was trailing 2-0 when Anderson exited, so he was forced to take a no-decision rather than a win for his solid performance. On the positive side, the rookie trimmed his ERA to 4.20 and only suffered one loss over his last eight starts.
July 29, 2009
Brett Anderson gave up three earned runs on four hits over six innings in Wednesday's 8-6 win at Boston. He issued four walks and racked up eight strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson is 2-1 over five starts this month, and improved to 6-8 for the season. The rookie should remain active in fantasy lineups while pitching well.
July 24, 2009
Brett Anderson was tagged for four earned runs on nine hits over 6.2 innings in Friday's 8-3 loss at New York. He had two walks and seven strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson struggled tonight, but did not allow any runs in each of the previous three starts, and the rookie should remain active in fantasy lineups for his next turn in Oakland's rotation.
July 19, 2009
Brett Anderson had a perfect game spoiled in the seventh inning against the Angels on Sunday, but he did not factor into the decision as the Halos beat the A's 1-0 in ten innings. Anderson finished with a line of eight innings, no runs allowed on two hits, and six strikeouts.
Our View:
This has to be a tough one to swallow for Anderson and the A's, as he was dominant for eight innings and the team was unable to get him a win. He has now pitched 12 scoreless innings in his last two starts, but he has no wins to show for his troubles. He is starting to look like a legitimate fantasy option, as he has shown the ability to dominate as of late.
July 12, 2009
Brett Anderson pitched four scoreless innings on Sunday, allowing just three hits and a walk. The A's prevailed 7-3, but Anderson didn't factor in the decision.
Our View:
Anderson got the start Sunday, but was pulled after just four (dominant) innings. Manager Bob Geren wanted to get all of his relievers work on the final day of the first half, so he shut Anderson down to pull off a "bullpen start".
July 6, 2009
Brett Anderson was dominant in Monday's 6-0 win at Boston, as he only issued two hits over nine scoreless innings. He had two walks and racked up nine strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson has only allowed one earned run over his last two starts, and the rookie should be employed in fantasy lineups for his next turn in the Athletics' rotation. He recorded his first complete game and shutout tonight.
June 29, 2009
Brett Anderson only surrendered one earned run on four hits over 5.1 innings in Monday's 7-1 win over the Tigers at McAfee Coliseum. He issued four walks and fired seven strikeouts.
Our View:
The rookie enjoyed a strong outing despite the four free passes. He ended a three-game skid without earning a win, and improves to 4-7 for the season. He is worth consideration for AL-only leagues for his next turn in the A's rotation.
June 25, 2009
Brett Anderson's next start for Friday has been pushed to Monday due to biceps inflammation, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Our View:
Dallas Braden will now take the hill Friday, with Trevor Cahill pitching Saturday and Vin Mazzaro following Sunday. The A's will battle the Tigers Monday when Anderson starts.
June 21, 2009
Brett Anderson put together a decent outing on Saturday, but he did not factor into the decision as the A's beat the Padres 6-3. Anderson went five innings and allowed three runs on five hits while walking one and striking out three.
Our View:
Anderson has been bad lately, but he was a bit better tonight. He is still a very risky fantasy play, so if you are still holding onto him you should start to look for someone to replace him.
June 14, 2009
Brett Anderson was not very good again on Sunday as the A's fell 7-1 to the Giants. Anderson lasted only four innings and gave up six runs on eight hits while walking one and striking out six.
Our View:
Anderson has really been struggling as of late, and his fantasy value has taken a big hit for it. He is a risky play in any league, and if you have him you should think hard about whether you want to keep him.
June 10, 2009
Brett Anderson struggled in Tuesday's 10-5 loss to Minnesota at McAfee Coliseum, as he gave up five earned runs on 10 hits over 5.2 innings. He had one walk and five strikeouts.
Our View:
Anderson falls to 3-6 for the season, and his ERA climbs to 5.25. He suffered a letdown tonight after throwing seven scoreless innings in his previous start at Chicago.
June 4, 2009
Brett Anderson bounced back from a rough outing last time out and threw a very effective seven innings for the A's in a 7-0 win over the White Sox on Thursday. He struck out four and walked none.
Our View:
The 21-year-old Anderson is still nothing more than a fantasy spot starter at this point, but if he begins to hurl more games like this on the regular, he could become a more attractive option sooner rather than later.
May 25, 2009
Brett Anderson won his second start in a row as he allowed only one run over six innings against the Mariners on Monday. He gave up six hits and walked two, while striking out four.
Our View:
The 21-year-old will be a fantasy factor some day, but for now his value is limited. He doesn't strike out many batters and his offense often fails to give him the necessary run support for the win.
May 20, 2009
Brett Anderson finally picked up his first win of the season on Wednesday as the A's defeated the Rays 7-6. Anderson went six innings and allowed four runs (two earned) on four hits while striking out five.
Our View:
Anderson hasn't been a good starting pitcher this year, but he was pretty good tonight. He still has no fantasy value, but starts like this indicate he may be getting more comfortable pitching in the major leagues.
May 15, 2009
Brett Anderson got rocked by the Tigers on Friday in the A's 14-1 loss to the Tigers. Anderson went 3.1 innings and allowed nine runs (three earned) on six hits while walking two and striking out one.
Our View:
Anderson didn't get any help from his defense, but nine runs is bad no matter how they got there. Anderson has been underwhelming this season, and AL-only leagues should be the only place he makes fantasy appearances.
May 14, 2009
Brett Anderson, who is recovering from a blister on his left index finger, played catch without a bandage Wednesday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Our View:
Barring a setback, the A's will let him make his next start Friday at Detroit. He is yet to win over five starts, and holds a 5.79 ERA and poor 1.50 WHIP.
May 9, 2009
Brett Anderson has been throwing on the side, with his blistered left index finger shielded by covering, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Our View:
Sean Gallagher is slated to take Anderson's turn in the rotation today against Toronto. He could return for his next start, but will remain an unstable fantasy option as he is 0-3 with a 5.79 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over five starts.
May 6, 2009
Updating an earlier report, it now appears that the blister on Brett Anderson's finger will preclude him from making his next start, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Sean Gallagher will start in his place.
Our View:
Anderson will not be placed on the DL as the team is confident he will recovery in much less than the 15-day time period that would be necessitated by a move to the DL. Perhaps the time off will allow him to reassess things as well since hie performance thus far has made him a liability in AL-only leagues (5.79 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, 4.50 K/9).
May 6, 2009
Skipper Bob Geren stated that Brett Anderson's blister on his index finger did not look bad on Tuesday, but is uncertain if Anderson will be ready to make his scheduled start Saturday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Our View:
He would face Toronto if able to go for Saturday. The rookie is yet to earn a win over his first five starts, and holds a poor 5.79 ERA and 1.50 WHIP.
April 29, 2009
Pitcher Brett Anderson has a blister on his index finger, but he should be able to make his next start, the San Francisco Chronicle notes. He allowed three runs (one earned) over five innings on Tuesday night.
Our View:
Blisters tend to linger and lead to DL stints (just ask Josh Beckett), but it sounds like Anderson avoided a more serious issue.
April 22, 2009
Brett Anderson had a rough day on the mound on Wednesday, going 5.1 innings and allowing five earned runs on nine hits. He walked only one and struck out two. He did not factor into the decision.
Our View:
Anderson's ERA is at 5.89 on the season, which is high, and his strikeout total is only at 9 through three starts. He should get better as the season progresses, but is only an option in AL-only leagues for now. If he improves as he gains experience, he could eventually become an option in mixed leagues, but he is not there yet.
April 15, 2009
Brett Anderson pitched well in his second start of the year Wednesday, but unfortunately also took his second loss. He went seven innings, allowing two runs on five hits. He struck out five and walked two.
Our View:
Anderson kept a big-time Red Sox lineup relatively quite for his seven innings today, allowing only a two-run homer to Mike Lowell in the second. Anderson probably pitched well enough to win, but his offense couldn't figure out Wakefield's knuckleball. Although he is 0-2 on the year, he has pitched pretty well and warrants some fantasy consideration. He is only 21 years old, so he should continue to get better as the year progresses.
April 4, 2009
Brett Anderson allowed two earned runs in 6.2 innings as Oakland beat San Francisco 3-2 on Saturday. He gave up six hits and walked one while striking out five.
Our View:
Anderson put the final touches on a nice spring, and he is one of several young pitchers in Oakland who are worth taking a late-round flier on. The 21-year-old is poised beyond his years on the mound and possesses a polished repertoire of pitches.
March 30, 2009
After allowing three runs in the first, Brett Anderson threw five shutout innings in Monday's 9-5 win over the Dodgers, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He gave up six hits and a walk while striking out four.
Our View:
The 21-year-old has yet to officially be named a member of the rotation, but it's probably only a matter of time. He exhibits exceptional composure on the mound and his secondary offerings are all polished beyond his years. The southpaw should make for a nice sleeper option in most formats.
March 29, 2009
Brett Anderson has earned a spot in the Athletics' rotation, according to the SF Chronicle.
Our View:
The 21-year-old hurler is certainly worth targeting as a flier for AL-only leagues, even though he has never pitched above Double-A. He will play his home games at pitcher-friendly McAfee Coliseum.
March 24, 2009
Brett Anderson is still in the race for a spot in the Athletics' rotation, according to the SF Chronicle. Trevor Cahill is also in contention, while Edgar Gonzalez lost ground after allowing eight hits and seven runs in two-thirds of an inning Monday.
Our View:
Anderson is dealing with a stiff forearm, but is expected to return Wednesday. Anderson has never pitched above the Double-A level, so he would only be worth a look as a flier for AL-only leagues if he is handed a rotation spot.
March 20, 2009
Brett Anderson pitched two scoreless innings Friday against the Indians. He allowed one hit, struck out one, and walked a batter.
Our View:
The verdict is still out on the young Anderson, who was crucial to sending Rich Harden to Chicago last season. His impact may be limited this season, but should injuries occur along the Oakland staff, he presumably would be one of the first names to be called.
March 15, 2009
Brett Anderson looked sharp again in his fourth outing of the spring. On Sunday, he shut out the Angels over four innings while allowing just three hits and no walks.
Our View:
Anderson was part of the Harden deal and before it is all said and done, the 22-year-old might be the best player involved. He is very polished, has a variety of plus-pitches, and carries a high ceiling. A spot in Oakland's rotation before September is probably too optimistic for the 22-year-old, but keep his name filed away for future seasons.
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