Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Anthony Banda

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 15, 2026

Discover the career path of Anthony Banda, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Anthony Banda is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Minnesota Twins in MLB. Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2012, he made his MLB debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2017. Notably, Banda has played for multiple teams throughout his career, including the Tampa Bay Rays, New York Mets, Pittsburgh Pirates, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Washington Nationals, and Los Angeles Dodgers, before joining the Twins.

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2011: Drafted by Arizona Diamondbacks (Did Not Sign)

In 2011, Anthony Banda was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 33rd round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he did not sign with them.

2012: Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers

In 2012, Anthony Banda was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the tenth round of the MLB draft.

2012: Professional Debut with Arizona League Brewers

In 2012, after being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers, Anthony Banda made his professional debut with the Arizona League Brewers, where he had a 2–3 record and a 5.83 ERA.

2013: Played for the Helena Brewers

In 2013, Anthony Banda played for the Helena Brewers, achieving a 3–4 record with a 4.45 ERA in 14 starts.

July 31, 2014: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks

On July 31, 2014, Anthony Banda and Mitch Haniger were traded by the Brewers to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for Gerardo Parra. Banda was then assigned to the South Bend Silver Hawks.

2014: Played for the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

In 2014, Anthony Banda began the season with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, making 20 appearances, 14 of which were starts, and achieved a 6-6 record with a 3.66 ERA.

2015: Played with Visalia Rawhide

In 2015, Anthony Banda played with the Visalia Rawhide, where he had an 8-8 record with a 3.32 ERA, leading the league with 152 strikeouts and earning All-Star honors.

2016: Promotion to Reno Aces and All-Star Futures Game Selection

In 2016, Anthony Banda was promoted to the Reno Aces in June and selected to play in the All-Star Futures Game that July. He had a 10–6 record and 2.88 ERA between Mobile and Reno.

July 22, 2017: Major League Debut

On July 22, 2017, Anthony Banda made his major league debut, pitching against the Washington Nationals. He allowed four runs on seven hits in 5+2⁄3 innings.

2017: MLB Debut with Arizona Diamondbacks

In 2017, Anthony Banda made his Major League Baseball debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2017: Started Season Pitching for Reno

In 2017, the Diamondbacks added Anthony Banda to their 40-man roster, and he began the season pitching for Reno.

February 18, 2018: Traded to the Tampa Bay Rays

On February 18, 2018, Anthony Banda was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays as part of a three-team trade.

2019: Rehab Appearances and Return to Rays

In 2019, Anthony Banda made 13 rehab appearances in the minor leagues. He returned to the Rays on September 8, pitching a total of four innings over three games.

August 31, 2020: Traded to the San Francisco Giants

On August 31, 2020, Anthony Banda was traded from the Rays to the San Francisco Giants for cash considerations.

2020: Limited Appearances and Designated for Assignment

In the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season, Anthony Banda only made four appearances. He was designated for assignment on August 30.

July 2, 2021: Traded to the New York Mets

On July 2, 2021, Anthony Banda was traded to the New York Mets in exchange for Will Toffey.

August 2, 2021: Claimed by the Pittsburgh Pirates

On August 2, 2021, Anthony Banda was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates and made 25 appearances, recording a 1-2 record and a 3.42 ERA.

2021: Assigned to Sacramento River Cats

In 2021, Anthony Banda was assigned to the Triple-A Sacramento River Cats, where he had a 3–2 record and a 6.86 ERA in 10 appearances.

July 2, 2022: Traded to the Toronto Blue Jays

On July 2, 2022, Anthony Banda was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations.

August 9, 2022: Signed with the Seattle Mariners

On August 9, 2022, Anthony Banda signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners.

August 28, 2022: Signed with New York Yankees

On August 28, 2022, Anthony Banda signed a one-year, major league contract with the New York Yankees.

2022: Pitched for the Pirates

In 2022, Anthony Banda pitched in 23 games for the Pirates. On June 27, he was designated for assignment.

January 4, 2023: Signed with Washington Nationals

On January 4, 2023, Anthony Banda signed a minor league deal with the Washington Nationals.

January 30, 2024: Signed with Cleveland Guardians

On January 30, 2024, Anthony Banda signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians.

May 17, 2024: Traded to Los Angeles Dodgers

On May 17, 2024, Anthony Banda was traded from the Guardians to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for cash considerations.

2025: Pitched for Dodgers

In the 2025 season, Anthony Banda pitched in a team high 71 games for the Dodgers, finishing with a 5–1 record and 3.18 ERA in 65 innings.

February 6, 2026: Designated for Assignment by the Dodgers

On February 6, 2026, Anthony Banda was designated for assignment by the Dodgers.

February 12, 2026: Traded to the Minnesota Twins

On February 12, 2026, Anthony Banda was traded by the Dodgers to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for international bonus space.

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