Tim Anderson, baseball player, 2016

Tim Anderson

Born: 6/23/1993 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-06-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Timothy Devon Anderson

Biography

Tim Anderson is an active professional baseball player born in 1993, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 10, 2016. Currently playing as a position player, Anderson is known for his dynamic style of play, combining solid hitting with speed on the bases. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 960 games, accumulating 1,071 hits and demonstrating power with 98 home runs and 347 RBIs. With a batting average of .278 and 121 stolen bases, Anderson showcases both his offensive prowess and ability to disrupt opposing defenses. As a two-time All-Star, Anderson has established himself as a prominent figure in the league, representing a new generation of players who blend traditional baseball skills with modern athleticism. His contributions to the game come during a time when the sport is evolving, and he continues to be a key player for his team, influencing the way the game is played. Anderson's exciting playing style and consistent performance solidify his role as an important player in today's baseball landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
991 3939 552 1088 185 18 98 350 122 153 980 0.276 0.307 0.407 0.714 -2777.2

Career AVG .276 vs. league average .248 across their career seasons — +11.3% above league average.

Career OBP .307 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .407 vs. league average .412 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.714 vs. league average 0.731 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 33 6 16 2 0 0 1 0 5 0.485

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2021 ALDS1 CHA 4 19 4 7 0 0 0 1 0 5 0.368
2020 ALWC4 CHA 3 14 2 9 2 0 0 0 0 0 0.643

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 18 17 26 42 3 14
SS 963 957 1268 2342 141 503

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 18
Shortstop 963
Designated Hitter 2

Awards & Honors

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2020 Most Valuable Player AL 7th 125.0 420 0
2016 Rookie of the Year AL 7th 2.0 150 0