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.
August 10, 1993: Anthony Banda's Birth
On August 10, 1993, Frank Anthony Banda was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
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.
December 2018: Birth of Son
In December 2018, Anthony Banda's son was born.
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.
November 2, 2022: Brother's Death
On November 2, 2022, Anthony Banda's brother, Mathew Banda, and Betsy Mandujano were killed by an intoxicated driver.
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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