Anthony Banda

About

Professional pitcher who was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers during the tenth round of the 2012 MLB Draft. He was acquired by the Pittsburgh Pirates via waivers in August 2021. In 2024, he began playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Before Fame

He began his professional career playing for the Brewers' rookie affiliate team the AZL Brewers. 

Trivia

He made his major league debut pitching against the Washington Nationals on July 22, 2017, as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Family Life

He is a native of Corpus Christi, Texas. His parents are Frank and Danette Banda. He has four siblings.

Associated With

Growing up, he credited Nolan Ryan as being his biggest baseball influence.