White Sox signed C Bryan Anderson to a minor league contract. He's been given an invitation to spring training. Anderson used to be a decent prospect a while back but batted an ugly .225/.302/.317 at Triple-A in 2012. Even with the White Sox' lack of catching depth, he seems likely to start 2013 at Triple-A.

Bryan Anderson has elected free agency. The 25-year-old backstop hit an underwhelming .225/.302/.317 with six homers and 35 RBI at Triple-A Memphis before appearing in 10 games with the Cardinals as a September call-up. He has decided to explore the free agent market rather than accepting an assignment to Triple-A.

Cardinals sent C Bryan Anderson outright to Triple-A Memphis. Anderson appeared in 10 games with the Cardinals as a September callup. The 25-year-old is expected to open 2013 at the Triple-A level.

Cardinals optioned C Bryan Anderson to Triple-A Memphis. Anderson was called up last weekend after Yadier Molina was on the bereavement list, but he didn't make an appearance during his brief stint with the big club. The 25-year-old will return to a .210/.295/.272 batting line at the Triple-A level.

Cardinals recalled C Bryan Anderson from Triple-A Memphis. He'll split playing time with Tony Cruz while Yadier Molina is on the bereavement list. Anderson, 25, is hitting .210/.295/.272 with two homers and a .568 OPS in 64 games at the Triple-A level this year. He can be ignored in fantasy leagues.

Cardinals optioned C Bryan Anderson to Triple-A Memphis. With Anderson being sent down, that means Tony Cruz has won the backup starting catcher job. The Cardinals also reassigned right-hander Victor Marte and outfielder-infielder Eugenio Velez to minor league camp.