Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tim Anderson (baseball)

Discover the career path of Tim Anderson (baseball), from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Tim Anderson Jr. is a professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels. He previously played for the Chicago White Sox and the Miami Marlins in MLB. Known for his batting prowess and charismatic personality, Anderson has been an All-Star and Silver Slugger recipient. He is regarded as a key player in modern baseball known for his skills and ability to inject energy into the game.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Not Drafted by MLB Teams

In 2012, despite a strong freshman season at East Central Community College, Tim Anderson received no interest from MLB teams and was not selected in the MLB draft.

2013: Signed with White Sox

In 2013, Tim Anderson was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the first round of the MLB draft. He signed with the White Sox for a $2,164,000 signing bonus and was assigned to the Kannapolis Intimidators.

2014: Wrist Injury and Promotion to Barons

In 2014, Tim Anderson began the season with the Winston-Salem Dash and broke his wrist in late June, requiring surgery. After returning in August, he was promoted to the Birmingham Barons.

2015: Played with Birmingham Barons

In 2015, Tim Anderson spent the season with the Birmingham Barons, batting .312 with 5 home runs and 49 stolen bases.

June 10, 2016: MLB Debut

On June 10, 2016, Tim Anderson was promoted to the major leagues by the White Sox and made his MLB debut that day, hitting a double in his first at bat.

2016: MLB Debut

In 2016, Tim Anderson made his MLB debut for the Chicago White Sox.

2016: Assigned to Charlotte Knights

In 2016, Tim Anderson was invited to spring training again and was assigned to the Charlotte Knights at the beginning of the season.

2017: Death of Best Friend and Creation of Charitable Foundation

In 2017, Tim Anderson's best friend was shot and killed, inspiring him to create Anderson's League of Leaders, a charitable foundation supporting children in school and at home.

2018: 20 Home Runs and 26 Stolen Bases

In 2018, Tim Anderson had a .240 batting average with 20 home runs and 26 stolen bases, also tying for the major league lead in throwing errors.

2019: Brought Kids to Watch Jackie Robinson Biopic

In 2019, Tim Anderson brought 75 kids from the south side of Chicago to the theater to watch the film 42 (2013), a biopic about baseball player Jackie Robinson.

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2019: Led American League in Batting Average

In 2019, Tim Anderson led the American League in batting average.

2020: Silver Slugger Award

In 2020, Tim Anderson won the Silver Slugger Award.

2020: Silver Slugger Award and Covid-Shortened Season

In the 2020 Covid-shortened season, Tim Anderson batted .322 with 45 runs and 10 home runs for the Chicago White Sox, winning a Silver Slugger Award.

July 10, 2021: Named to MLB All-Star Game

On July 10, 2021, Tim Anderson was named to the 2021 MLB All-Star Game as a replacement for Carlos Correa.

August 12, 2021: Walk-Off Home Run at Field of Dreams Game

On August 12, 2021, at the MLB Field of Dreams Game, Tim Anderson hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning to win the game for the White Sox over the New York Yankees, 9–8.

2021: All-Star Selection

In 2021, Tim Anderson was selected as an All-Star.

2022: All-Star Selection

In 2022, Tim Anderson was selected as an All-Star.

2023: Contract Option Year

Before the 2017 season, Tim Anderson signed a six-year contract with club options for both the 2023 and 2024 seasons.

2023: Played Second Base in World Baseball Classic

In 2023, Tim Anderson represented Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, playing second base for the first time in his professional career during a game against Canada.

February 24, 2024: Signed with Miami Marlins

On February 24, 2024, Tim Anderson signed a one-year, $5 million contract with the Miami Marlins.

2024: Contract Option Year

Before the 2017 season, Tim Anderson signed a six-year contract with club options for both the 2023 and 2024 seasons.

2024: White Sox Declined Option

On November 4, 2023, the White Sox declined their $14 million option on Tim Anderson for the 2024 season, instead paying him a $1 million buyout, making him a free agent.