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Tyler John Anderson (born December 30, 1989) is an American professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Colorado Rockies, San Francisco Giants, Pittsburgh Pirates, Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Los Angeles Angels. He played college baseball for the University of Oregon. The Rockies selected Anderson in the first round, with the 20th overall selection, of the 2011 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut in 2016. He is a two-time All-Star.

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Amateur career

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Anderson attended Spring Valley High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he played four seasons of varsity baseball. While serving as the assistant coach for the Oregon Ducks baseball team, Andrew Checketts discovered Anderson while pitching against a rival high school.[1] The Minnesota Twins selected Anderson in the 50th round of the 2008 Major League Baseball draft, but he did not sign.[2]

Anderson enrolled at the University of Oregon as a political science major and played college baseball for the Oregon Ducks in the Pac-10 Conference. In 2010, his sophomore year, he was named to the Pac-10 All-Conference Team with a 2.98 earned run average (ERA) (fifth-best in the Pac-10), and his 105 strikeouts were a new Oregon single-season record and ranked sixth in the Pac-10.[3] In 2011, Anderson's junior year, Louisville Slugger named Anderson a Second Team All-American and he was named to the Pac-10 All-Conference Team, after he had an 8–3 record and set two Oregon single-season records. pitching 107.2 innings while striking out 114 batters (5th Pac-12), with a 2.17 ERA (4th Pac-12) while holding opposing batters to a .201 batting average (fifth-best in the Pac-12).[3] In three seasons, Anderson became the Ducks' all-time leader in strikeouts with 285.[4]

Professional career

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Colorado Rockies

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The Rockies selected Anderson in the first round, with the 20th overall selection, of the 2011 MLB draft, and he signed for a signing bonus of $1.4 million.[5][6][7] He pitched for the Asheville Tourists of the Class A South Atlantic League (SAL) in 2012, and was named an SAL Post-Season All-Star.[8] In 20 starts, he was 12–3 with a 2.47 ERA.[9]

Prior to the 2013 season, MLB named him the sixth-best prospect in the Rockies system. He began the 2013 season with the Modesto Nuts of the Class A-Advanced California League,[10] and also pitched for the Tri-City Dust Devils of the Class A-Short Season Northwest League, going 4–3 with a 2.81 ERA in 16 total starts between both teams.[9] During the season, he suffered a stress fracture in his elbow, and the Rockies had him on a strict pitch limit in 2014.[11] Anderson pitched for the Tulsa Drillers of the Class AA Texas League in 2014, Anderson had a 7–4 record with a 2.08 ERA and 100 strikeouts in 112+1⁄3 innings pitched (23 starts),[9] and was named the Texas League Pitcher of the Year.[12] He was added to the Rockies' 40-man roster on November 20, 2014.[13]

The stress fracture in Anderson's elbow prevented him from participating in spring training in 2015, and he also missed the rest of the season.[14][15] He began the 2016 season with the Hartford Yard Goats of the Class AA Eastern League and was promoted to the Albuquerque Isotopes of the Class AAA Pacific Coast League in late May.[9]

On June 11, 2016, the Rockies called up Anderson and placed Jake McGee on the disabled list. Anderson made his MLB debut the following day, allowing only one run in 6+1⁄3 innings against the San Diego Padres. His first major league strikeout was against Wil Myers.[16] He spent the remainder of the season with the Rockies, going 5–6 with a 3.54 ERA in 19 starts.[17] In 2017, Anderson's first full season in the major leagues, he was 6–6 with a 4.81 ERA in 17 games (15 starts). He missed the last three months of the season due to left knee inflammation that required arthroscopic surgery.[18] In 2018 he was 7–9 with a 4.55 ERA in 32 starts in which he pitched 176 innings.[17] He led the major leagues in home runs allowed with 30.[17]

Anderson began the 2019 season in the Rockies rotation but was quickly placed on the disabled list with knee inflammation.[19] He came off the disabled list a week later and made five starts before being demoted to AAA. He was placed on the disabled list after the demotion due to continued knee discomfort.[20] On June 11 he underwent major season-ending surgery for to correct a chondral defect (an area of damage to the cartilage that lines the end of the bones in the knee) in his left knee, which was expected to require a lengthy recovery time.[21] In 2019 with the Rockies he was 0–3 with an 11.76 ERA in five starts covering 20+2⁄3 innings in which he struck out 23 batters.[17]

San Francisco Giants

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On October 30, 2019, Anderson was claimed off waivers by the San Francisco Giants.[22] On December 2, Anderson was non-tendered and became a free agent.[23] The following day, on December 3, Anderson re-signed with the Giants on a one-year major league contract.[24] The contract called for a $1.775 million salary plus $500,000 in possible roster bonuses and $350,000 in possible performance bonuses based on number of innings pitched.[25] Anderson threw the first complete game of his career on August 22, 2020, in a 5–1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks.[26] He finished the season with a 4–3 record and a 4.37 ERA over 59+2⁄3 innings in 13 games (11 starts).[9]

Pittsburgh Pirates

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Anderson signed a one-year, major league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates for $2.5 million on February 17, 2021.[27] In 18 starts for the Pirates, Anderson was 5–8 with a 4.35 ERA and had 86 strikeouts.[17]

Seattle Mariners

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On July 27, 2021, Anderson was reportedly going to be traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for minor league prospects Cristian Hernandez and Abrahan Gutierrez. However, concerns about Hernandez's medical evaluation caused the deal to fall through,[28] and the Pirates traded Anderson to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for Carter Bins and Joaquin Tejada the next day.[29][30] He was 2–3 with a 4.81 ERA in 13 starts for the Mariners.[17]

Los Angeles Dodgers

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On March 18, 2022, Anderson signed a one-year contract for $8 million with the Los Angeles Dodgers.[31] He made his first appearance in relief on April 9 against his first team, the Colorado Rockies. After beginning the season in the bullpen, Anderson moved into the starting rotation when Andrew Heaney went down with an arm injury.[32] On June 15, Anderson lost a no-hitter against the Los Angeles Angels, when Shohei Ohtani broke it up with a one-out triple in the ninth inning.[33] After starting the season 10–1 with a 2.96 ERA, he was selected for the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, though he did not appear in the game.[34]

Anderson finished the season with career-best numbers in wins and earned run average, posting a 15–5 record and a 2.57 ERA. He made 28 starts (and two relief appearances) and struck out 138 batters.[17] He was a finalist for the NL Gold Glove Award at pitcher, but it was won for the third straight season by Max Fried.[35]

Los Angeles Angels

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On November 16, 2022, Anderson signed a three-year, $39 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels.[36]

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Tyler John Anderson (born December 30, 1989) is an American professional baseball pitcher who is currently a following the expiration of his contract with the after the 2025 season. Anderson, a left-handed starter known for his command and finesse pitching style, was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the first round (20th overall) of the out of the , where he set multiple school records and earned All-American honors. His MLB debut came with the Rockies in 2016, and over his career, he has appeared in 231 games (223 starts) for six teams: the Rockies (2016–2019), San Francisco Giants (2020), (2021), Seattle Mariners (2021), (2022), and Angels (2023–2025), compiling a 4.30 , 1.30 , and 1,045 strikeouts across 1,365⅓ innings (as of the end of the 2025 season). A two-time in 2022 (with the Dodgers) and 2024 (with the Angels), Anderson has participated in two postseasons with the Rockies in 2017 and 2018. In 2024, he posted a 10–15 record with a 3.81 in 31 starts for the Angels. Nicknamed "Mr. Duck" in homage to his Oregon college roots, Anderson signed a three-year, $39 million contract with the Angels prior to the 2023 season, marking his longest tenure with a single franchise.

Early life and amateur career

Early life

Tyler Anderson was born on December 30, 1989, in , . He grew up in the Las Vegas area, specifically in the Spring Valley neighborhood. Anderson was raised by his parents, including his father, John. Anderson's early exposure to came through family involvement and local youth leagues in Las Vegas. This environment fostered his initial passion for the game, setting the foundation for his later athletic pursuits.

High school career

Tyler Anderson attended Spring Valley High School in , , where he played four seasons of varsity as a left-handed pitcher under Mike Gomez. During his high school career, Anderson was recognized as a scholar-athlete and earned All-State honors. As a senior in the 2007-08 season, Anderson compiled a 7-4 record with a 2.96 over 56.1 , striking out 72 batters, which earned him a spot on the All-State team as one of the top pitchers in Class 4A. His performance highlighted his potential as a prospect, leading to his selection by the in the 50th round (1,491st overall) of the 2008 First-Year Player Draft. Despite the draft selection, Anderson opted not to sign with the Twins and instead chose to pursue at the , prioritizing further development over an early professional contract.

College career

Anderson enrolled at the in 2009 after a standout high school career at Spring Valley High School in , where his recruitment led him to join the Ducks baseball team as a left-handed . During his freshman season in 2009, Anderson posted a 2-9 record with a 6.26 over 82 pitched, recording 66 strikeouts in 15 starts. As a in 2010, he emerged as the team's Friday night starter and became the first player in 39 years to earn Pac-10 All-Conference honors, finishing with a 7-5 record, a 2.98 (fifth-best in the conference), and a team-high 105 strikeouts in 102.2 across 16 starts. That year, Anderson held opponents to a .219 , contributing to the Ducks' 40-24 overall record and their at-large bid to the NCAA Gainesville Regional. He was also invited to the Collegiate National Team training camp. In his junior year of 2011, Anderson had a breakout campaign, leading the team with an 8-3 record and a 2.34 while setting a single-season program record with 114 s in 107.2 innings over 15 starts. His performance earned him Louisville Slugger Second-Team All-American honors from Collegiate Baseball Newspaper and a spot as a semifinalist for the . Over his three-year career, Anderson compiled a 17-17 record with a 3.68 in 292.1 innings, establishing the all-time record with 285.
YearGames (Starts)RecordERAIPSO
200915 (15)2-96.2682.066
201017 (16)7-52.98102.2105
201115 (15)8-32.34107.2114
Career47 (46)17-173.68292.1285

Professional career

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies selected Tyler Anderson in the first round of the with the 20th overall pick. He signed with the team on August 15, 2011, receiving a $1.4 million . Anderson began his professional career in 2012 with the Single-A , where he posted a 12-3 record with a 2.47 and 81 strikeouts over 120.1 . In 2013, he advanced to High-A (3-2, 3.25 , 63 strikeouts in 74.2 ) and briefly appeared with Short-Season A (1-1, 0.60 , 13 strikeouts in 15 ). By 2014, he reached Double-A with the , achieving a strong 7-4 mark, 1.98 , and 106 strikeouts across 118.1 . A in his left sidelined him for all of 2015, delaying his major league arrival. Anderson made his MLB debut on June 12, 2016, starting against the Padres at , where he allowed one run over six . He earned his first career win on July 10, 2016, against the Philadelphia Phillies, pitching 5.2 while also hitting his first major league home run in an 8-3 victory. Over his Rockies tenure from 2016 to 2019, Anderson appeared in 71 games (all starts), compiling a 18-24 record with a 4.83 and 367 strikeouts in 397 . His 2016 rookie season showed promise with a 3.54 and 99 strikeouts in 114.1 across 19 starts, though subsequent years were hampered by injuries and the challenges of pitching at , where thinner air reduced pitch movement and increased offensive output—evident in his 4.81 in 2017 (86 ) and 4.55 in 2018 (176 , career-high 164 strikeouts). In 2019, knee inflammation limited him to five starts with an 11.76 before season-ending surgery.

San Francisco Giants

Anderson joined the Giants after being claimed off waivers from the Rockies on October 30, 2019, following knee surgery in June 2019 that ended his season after five starts with the Rockies. The Giants non-tendered him shortly after but re-signed him to a one-year, $1.775 million contract on December 3, 2019, positioning him as a potential rotation option for the upcoming year. In the 2020 season, shortened to 60 games due to the , Anderson served primarily as a for the Giants, making 11 starts in 13 appearances. He posted a 4-3 record with a 4.37 over 59.2 , allowing 58 hits and 25 walks while striking out 41 batters. This marked an improvement from his prior seasons in the hitter-friendly , aided by the transition to the more pitcher-friendly , though the abbreviated schedule and health protocols presented unique challenges for rhythm and preparation. At the end of the season, the Giants non-tendered Anderson on December 2, 2020, making him a after his contract expired.

Pittsburgh Pirates

After becoming a following his 2020 season with the Giants, Anderson signed a one-year, $2.5 million major league contract with the on February 17, 2021. Anderson slotted into the Pirates' starting rotation as a reliable left-handed option early in the 2021 season. In 18 starts with , he compiled a 5–8 record with a 4.35 over 103⅓ , recording 86 strikeouts while allowing 99 hits and 25 walks. Among his home starts at , Anderson pitched the Pirates' home opener on against the Chicago Cubs, delivering five innings in a 4–2 loss. He also delivered a standout performance on against the Brewers, tossing seven scoreless innings with three hits and six strikeouts to earn the win in a 2–0 victory that snapped Milwaukee's 11-game winning streak. On July 28, 2021, the Pirates traded Anderson to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for minor league catcher Carter Bins and right-handed pitcher Joaquin Tejada.

Seattle Mariners

On July 28, 2021, the Seattle Mariners acquired Tyler Anderson from the in exchange for minor league prospects Carter Bins and Joaquin Tejada, integrating him immediately into the starting rotation as a left-handed starter to bolster their pitching depth amid a competitive AL West race. In his 13 starts with the Mariners during the second half of the 2021 season, Anderson compiled a 2–3 record with a 4.81 over 63.2 at and on the road, recording 48 strikeouts while allowing 71 hits and 11 home runs. His performances provided stability to the rotation, particularly in providing length through the middle innings during Seattle's push for a wild card spot, as the team finished the year with 90 wins, just one game out of the playoffs. Notable outings included his Mariners debut on July 31 against the Baltimore Orioles, where he pitched 5.1 innings, and a strong performance on September 20 against the , in which he delivered seven innings of one-run ball with seven strikeouts to earn his second win of the half-season. Earlier, on August 17 versus the Texas Rangers, Anderson secured his first victory with Seattle by allowing just one run over six innings. These efforts contributed to the Mariners' late-season surge, helping maintain their contention until the final week. Following the conclusion of the 2021 season, Anderson became eligible for free agency, as his one-year contract with had expired.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Following his election to free agency after a brief stint with the Seattle Mariners in 2021, Tyler Anderson signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the on March 18, 2022. This deal marked a pivotal moment in Anderson's career, providing him an opportunity to reestablish himself as a starter after years of role uncertainty across multiple teams. He began the season in the but quickly transitioned to the rotation, delivering consistent outings that highlighted his improved command and effectiveness. Anderson's 2022 season with the Dodgers represented a career resurgence, as he posted a 15–5 record with a 2.57 over 28 starts, striking out 138 batters in 178.2 innings while issuing just 34 walks. His performance earned him his first National League selection on July 16, when he was added to the roster as an injury replacement for the Giants' . Anderson's ability to limit hard contact and induce weak contact was instrumental, helping stabilize the Dodgers' rotation amid injuries to other pitchers. Anderson's contributions were central to the Dodgers' 111–51 regular season, which secured their 10th consecutive playoff appearance and ninth title in the last 10 years. On September 12, he pitched seven scoreless in a 6–0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, reducing the Dodgers' magic number to one and clinching a playoff berth. In the postseason, Anderson appeared in three games during the Dodgers' NLDS win over the Padres and NLCS loss to the Phillies, posting a 2.25 with 12 strikeouts over 8 , including a 4.1-inning start in Game 3 of the NLDS.

Los Angeles Angels

On November 16, 2022, Anderson signed a three-year, $39 million contract with the , turning down a one-year qualifying offer from the Los Angeles Dodgers. In 2023, his first season with the Angels, Anderson posted a 6–6 record with a 5.43 over 141 in 27 games (25 starts), recording 119 strikeouts. He struggled with command, allowing 146 hits and 64 walks, which contributed to a of 1.49. Anderson rebounded significantly in 2024, achieving a career-high 179.1 in 31 starts while compiling a 10–15 record and a 3.81 , with 142 strikeouts and a 1.29 . His improved performance earned him a selection to the 2024 , marking his second All-Star appearance. During the 2025 season, Anderson experienced a decline, finishing with a 2–8 record, a 4.56 , and 104 strikeouts over 136.1 in 26 starts. He was placed on the 15-day on August 29 due to a left oblique strain, retroactive to that date, which sidelined him for the remainder of the season. On September 29, 2025, Anderson elected free agency, concluding his contract with the Angels.

Awards and honors

College awards

During his junior year at the University of Oregon in 2011, Tyler Anderson earned second-team All-American honors from Collegiate Baseball Newspaper as part of the Louisville Slugger All-American team, marking the Ducks' first such recognition since 1972. He was also named a semifinalist for the 2011 , which recognizes the top amateur player in the nation. Anderson received Pac-10 All-Conference honors in both and 2011, becoming the first Oregon pitcher to achieve back-to-back selections since the conference's inception. In , his selection ended a 39-year drought for in earning all-conference pitching recognition. Throughout his college career, Anderson set multiple pitching records, including the all-time mark with 285 career strikeouts and the single-season record with 114 strikeouts in 2011. These accomplishments highlighted his dominance as a left-handed starter, contributing to seven school pitching records overall.

Major League Baseball awards

Anderson was selected to the National League All-Star team in 2022 as a member of the , earning the honor after a strong first half of the season where he recorded a 10–1 record and a 2.96 in 17 appearances. He was added to the roster as an injury replacement for pitcher , marking his first All-Star appearance. In 2024, Anderson returned to the representing the with the , selected based on his performance through mid-July, including an 8–8 record and a 2.81 ERA over 18 starts. This was his second career selection, highlighting his resurgence as a reliable starter. Anderson was named a finalist for the 2022 National League at pitcher. He finished as the runner-up to Atlanta Braves pitcher , who won the award for the third consecutive year.

Personal life

Family

Tyler Anderson is married to Taitym Anderson. The couple has four children, including daughters Halleigh and Brinkleigh, son Tucker born in September 2022 while Anderson was with the , and a fourth child following paternity leave in August 2025 during his time with the . Anderson took paternity leave in both 2022 and 2025 to be present for these milestones, highlighting his prioritization of amid his professional commitments. His offers crucial support throughout his career, with Anderson noting that signing with the Angels prior to the 2023 season allowed extra offseason time at their home due to the team's location there. The rigors of MLB travel, including frequent road trips, influence their , but the maintains close bonds, often joining Anderson at events like the 2022 MLB All-Star Game.

Other interests

Following the conclusion of his contract with the after the 2025 season, Anderson has indicated his intention to continue pitching in during the 2026 season.

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