Former Boilermaker Becomes Newest RailCat
Published on July 25, 2025 under American Association (AA)
Gary SouthShore Railcats News Release
(Gary, IN) Brandon Anderson, a former Louisville Cardinal and Purdue Boilermaker, has signed his first professional contract with the Gary SouthShore RailCats.
Anderson is an infielder who turned 22 a few days ago. He is a left-handed hitter who was ranked as the number one shortstop in Kentucky by Perfect Game. Anderson committed to Louisville and played in 93 games for the Cardinals, posting a .291 average and a .389 on-base percentage, while also playing multiple infield positions.
The Lexington native transferred to Purdue this past season and had a memorable season with the Boilermakers. He starred in 53 games, and his slash was a .291/.452/.481 adding up to a .933 OPS. Anderson also smashed nine home runs and walked more than he struck out. The slugger even hit a walk-off home run against the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The RailCats take on the Sioux City Explorers for Star Wars Night Tonight at the Steel Yard. First pitch is scheduled for 6:45; tickets are available at tixr.com/RailCats or call the box office at 219-882-2255.
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