Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Tim Anderson important to the White Sox rebuild?
Tim Anderson brings passion, hustle, and a winning culture to a team in the middle of a rebuild. He competes hard regardless of the score or opponent, which is exactly the kind of attitude the White Sox need to develop as a young squad.
What is Tim Anderson's stolen base success rate in 2018?
Tim Anderson swiped 9 bags on 10 attempts early in the 2018 season, giving him a very strong stolen base success rate. His speed and aggression on the basepaths make him a constant threat.
Why did Justin Verlander have a problem with Tim Anderson?
Verlander took issue with Anderson stealing a base on a 3-0 pitch while the Astros were leading 5-0, and then celebrating the steal. Verlander felt it wasn't great baseball etiquette given the lopsided score.
How has Tim Anderson's strikeout rate changed from 2017 to 2018?
Anderson dropped his strikeout rate from 26.7% in 2017 down to 19.1% in 2018, according to FanGraphs. He also increased his walk rate, showing real improvement in plate discipline.
What was Salvador Perez's issue with Tim Anderson?
Salvador Perez took exception to Anderson celebrating after hitting a leadoff solo home run on April 28th in Kansas City, which included yelling and cheering while rounding the bases. The benches briefly cleared later in the game but no real consequences followed.