Lie #1: Tyler Anderson will solidify the starting staff
Last season, veteran southpaw Tyler Anderson enjoyed a breakout campaign across town with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He parlayed a 15-win to a three-year deal with the Angels. The thought was the seasoned pitcher would add leadership in a rotation with youngsters Patrick Sandoval and Reid Detmers. But, according to Fangraphs, the early season results could be better.
STAT | 2022 | 2023 |
---|---|---|
ERA | 2.57 | 6.75 |
BAA | .218 | .322 |
Barrel Percentage | 4.9% | 12.2% |
Hard Hit Rate | 28.5% | 36.7% |
What does this all mean? A pitcher who gets by on craftiness and control and avoids bats isn't doing any of those things. He might turn it around, but the Angels' rotation is missing a key piece for now.