Fansided · Feb 18
FanGraphs makes a brave decision to not sanction Mariners' Kade Anderson hype
Someone had to be at least a little cynical about Seattle's newest top pitching prospect.
Jun 14, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; LSU Tigers starting pitcher Kade Anderson (32) pitches against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images | Dylan Widger-Imagn ImagesBeing in the baseball spotlight isn't a new thing for Kade Anderson. He helped lead LSU to their eighth College World Series win as the team's ace in 2025, posting a 3.18 ERA over 119 innings. Unlike some other top selections, the southpaw didn't make his professional debut the same year he was drafted, but that doesn't mean the Mariners don't think he's ready.