Tim Anderson Signs Minor League Deal with Angels: Can the Former Batting Champ Bounce Back?
By Tremayne Person
Tim Anderson’s baseball journey has taken another twist. Anderson, who was a batting champion in 2019, once a cornerstone for the White Sox and a brief participant in the Marlins’ infield, has signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Angels per report via Bob Nightengale. It’s a move full of second chances and possible redemption.
If you’ve followed Anderson’s career, you know he’s got a spark. Dynamic speed, an aggressive hitting approach, with a mild flair for the dramatic made him a must-watch shortstop in Chicago. But after a disappointing run in Miami, Tim’s looking to press the reset button. He hasn’t gone yard since the infamous clash with Cleveland’s José Ramírez in August of 2023, and that lingering slump has fans wondering if we’ll ever see vintage Tim Anderson again. However, if he tears it up in Triple-A and knocks on the big-league door, don’t be surprised if the Angels give him a look sooner rather than later.
For Anderson, this signing is all about resetting mentally and physically. Sometimes a change of scenery is exactly what a struggling player needs. Ron Washington has a long history of success when it comes to fine-tuning players who come in with a chip on their shoulder, and Anderson fits that mold perfectly.
Keep an eye on Anderson’s spring training and minor league at-bats. If he’s spraying the ball around and playing clean defense, expect the Angels to fast-track him. Will he finally bust out of his home run slump? Even if he doesn’t return to being a 20-homer threat, showing a little pop could boost his confidence and keep pitchers honest. Lastly, Anderson isn’t shy—he’s got personality, and that swagger can be contagious when things are clicking. A jolt of energy might be exactly what the Angels need.
