Red Sox Prospect Anderson Making Waves in Arizona League
WHO:
MLB.com - Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced the re-signing of left-hander Tim Mayza.
MLB.com - Tim Mayza will earn a base salary of $1 million and can earn an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses based on plate appearances.
MLB.com - The Reds signed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera to a one-year contract worth $1 million, with an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses based on plate appearances.
MLB.com - Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced the re-signing of left-hander Tim Mayza.
MLB.com - Tim Mayza re-signed with the Phillies on a one-year contract.
MLB.com - Royals chairman and CEO John Sherman, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, Royals president of real estate and development Brooks Sherman, Populous senior principal Earl Santee.
MLB.com - Antonio Anderson, Red Sox third-base prospect, referred to as "Tone" by his hitting coach Jacob Caples.
MLB.com - Antonio Anderson, Red Sox third-base prospect
MLB.com - Jacob Caples, Mesa hitting coach, member of the Blue Jays organization
WHAT:
MLB.com - Mayza posted a 3.48 ERA in 60 appearances in 2026, throwing a career-high 67 1/3 innings.
MLB.com - Cabrera batted .308 with two doubles in four games for Cincinnati after being claimed off waivers from the Yankees.
MLB.com - Mayza signed a one-year contract worth a base salary of $1 million, with an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses based on plate appearances.
MLB.com - Mayza posted a 3.48 ERA in 60 appearances in 2026, throwing a career-high 67 1/3 innings.
MLB.com - Mayza will earn a base salary of $1 million and can earn an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses based on plate appearances.
MLB.com - Mayza posted a 3.48 ERA in 60 appearances in 2026, throwing a career-high 67 1/3 innings.
MLB.com - The Royals unveiled six new renderings and deeper insights into their new downtown ballpark, which will have approximately 34,000 seats and aims to create one of the most intimate experiences in Major League Baseball.
MLB.com - Anderson is currently leading the Arizona Fall League in performance, showcasing his skills after not being on his club's Top 30 list.
MLB.com - Anderson stated, “The feeling is surreal,” regarding his performance in the league.
MLB.com - Anderson mentioned he achieved a 121-122 mph exit velocity on a home run, indicating he has more potential power.
MLB.com - Anderson has a .333/.517/.667 slash line through his first six games in the Arizona Fall League.
MLB.com - He hit two home runs, including a 115.2 mph go-ahead grand slam on Oct. 9, which is the second-hardest-hit ball in the league.
MLB.com - Anderson posted a combined .609 OPS across his first three years in the system, which improved to .826 in 2026.
MLB.com - He set career highs in several categories: nine home runs, 46 RBIs, and 131 total bases.
MLB.com - Anderson's walk rate increased to 12.7%, and his strikeout rate was 23%, marking a career best.
MLB.com - He ranked 10th among all Red Sox Minor Leaguers with at least 300 plate appearances with a 24.8% line-drive rate.
WHERE:
MLB.com - The new ballpark will be located at the Crown Center site in downtown Kansas City.
MLB.com - Scottsdale, Arizona, where the Arizona Fall League is held.
WHEN:
MLB.com - Anderson's grand slam occurred on Oct. 9.
MLB.com - The 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners will be unveiled on Sunday, Nov. 1.
WHY:
MLB.com - Dombrowski expressed dissatisfaction with the Phillies' performance in 2026, stating, “We’re expecting and we want to win a World Series.”
MLB.com - Dombrowski expressed dissatisfaction with the Phillies' performance in 2026, stating, “We’re expecting and we want to win a World Series.”
MLB.com - The Phillies' bullpen needs to build a better bridge from the starting rotation to closer Jhoan Duran before Opening Day 2027.
MLB.com - The partnership with Populous aims to create jobs and contribute to the city's development, as stated by Mayor Quinton Lucas.
MLB.com - Anderson attributes his success to a simpler swing and improved pitch selection.
HOW:
MLB.com - Mayza ranked second among Phillies relievers with 1.5 WAR, according to Baseball Reference.
MLB.com - The ballpark's design will draw inspiration from Kansas City's character, landscape, and architectural heritage, incorporating elements from local landmarks.
MLB.com - Anderson emphasized the importance of pitch selection and a simpler swing in his success, stating, “Just having more of a simple swing, not doing too much with my hands and lower half.”
MLB.com - Anderson focuses on putting the bat on the ball and has worked on his swing mechanics, emphasizing bat speed and swing decision.
In a significant move for the Phillies, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced the re-signing of left-hander Tim Mayza, who will earn a base salary of $1 million with the potential for an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses. Mayza had a solid 2026 season, posting a 3.48 ERA over 60 appearances and throwing a career-high 67 and one-third innings. Meanwhile, the Reds have signed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera to a one-year contract worth $1 million, also with the chance to earn $200,000 in performance bonuses, after he batted .308 with two doubles in just four games for Cincinnati.