Newcomer To Keep An Eye On: Shaun Anderson, RHP
Birthdate: 10/29/94 (22 years old)
Level(s) Played in 2016: short-season A
Stats in 2016: 2 2/3 IP, 30.38 ERA, 4.50 WHIP, 0 BB%, 19.05 K%
One of the downfalls of pitching a staff as deep as the one at Florida has been is that guys who have legit major league stuff may not get the exposure they really need.
Anderson is a good example. He would be the Friday starter for a lot of programs, but he was a bullpen guy for the Gators this year.
Anderson’s stuff as a starter sits 92-94, touching 96 with a hard slider and solid change. Anderson’s primary attraction was his excellent control.
Anderson has a sturdy 6’4, 225-pound frame, but some discomfort in his arm caused him to only make one appearance for the Red Sox after he was drafted.
Anderson would have a very fast path to the majors if he stayed in the bullpen, but if he moves back to starting, he will likely need a few years building back up his arm strength in innings.
Agree? Disagree? Someone you have a question about from the system? Leave a comment down below!