Pitcher Shaun Anderson enters free agency after Los Angeles Angels release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 3:18 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Right-handed pitcher Shaun Anderson has entered free agency after being designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels. The 31-year-old is in his seventh MLB season and holds a 2-0 record with a 7.65 ERA across 12 appearances this year. Anderson originally entered professional baseball as a third-round draft pick by the Boston Red Sox in 2016. Throughout his career, he has spent time with the San Francisco Giants, Minnesota Twins, Texas Rangers, Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres, Toronto Blue Jays, Philadelphia Phillies, and Miami Marlins. Meanwhile, the Red Sox recently lost a home series against the Seattle Mariners, concluding with an 8-3 loss on Wednesday. The team is currently 75-65 and prepares for a four-game road series against the Baltimore Orioles.
- •Shaun Anderson elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels.
- •The pitcher is in his seventh major league season with a career record of 6-7.
- •The Boston Red Sox selected Anderson in the third round of the 2016 MLB Draft.
- •Boston currently holds a 75-65 record and remains in contention for a Wild Card spot.
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Former Red Sox Prospect a Free Agent After Being Cut by MLB Team
"A former prospect of the Boston Red Sox is now a free agent as the 7-year MLB pitcher was cut by his MLB team. The post Former Red Sox Prospect a Free Agent After Being Cut by MLB Team appeared first on HEAVY.
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