Anderson (paternity) says he will play in Thursday's home opener against the Mariners, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The White Sox placed Anderson on the paternity list Wednesday, despite the fact he had been away from the team since Monday, and while he could wait until this weekend to return, it sounds like Anderson is intent on getting back for the home opener. Jose Rondon is starting at shortstop and hitting seventh Wednesday.

The White Sox placed Anderson (personal) on the paternity list Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson was scratched from the lineup for Monday's series opener after his wife went into labor, but that won't count toward his paternity leave. With the White Sox waiting until Wednesday to make a roster move, Anderson will now have up to three days to spend with his wife and newborn. Assuming he takes the maximum amount of time off, Anderson should check back into the starting nine for Saturday's home game against the Mariners. Yolmer Sanchez will fill in for Anderson at shortstop Wednesday.

Anderson (personal) is expected to miss the final game of the series against Cleveland on Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson, who was scratched from Monday's game, is away from the team to be with his wife, who gave birth to the couple's second child. It's possible the White Sox place him on paternity leave, meaning he can miss up two more games. They have a day off Tuesday followed by series finale Wednesday in Cleveland and the team's home opener Thursday against the Mariners.

Anderson was scratched for Monday's game against Cleveland after his wife went into labor, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jose Rondon slides over to shortstop in his absence, with Yolmer Sanchez joining the lineup as a second baseman. The White Sox have an off day Tuesday, so Anderson could be back in action for Wednesday's game.

Anderson went 2-for-4 with a double in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson, who's hit safely in all three games to start the season, slugged his first extra-base hit. He's 4-for-12 with an RBI and a stolen base while striking out just once.

Anderson, who isn't attempting many steals this spring, said he's saving his legs for the regular season, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. "I've been practicing my jumps and breaking pitchers down whether I'm running or not. Use the legs when it really matters," said the shortstop.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson became the first White Sox shortstop to hit 20 home runs and steal 20 bases in a season last year, and he plans to do more of the same despite attempting just one steal in the Cactus League. The 25-year-old swiped 26 bags in 2018 and could steal even more if he improves on a career .286 on-base percentage. That means taking more walks, something he started to do last year when walked 30 times, more than double the previous season.

Anderson went 2-for-3 with an RBI in Thursday's game against Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson is 11-for-22 with five extra-base hits and six RBI while playing error-less defense at shortstop this spring. The 25-year-old has made gradual advancement since his rookie 2016 season, including last year's 20-20 campaign, and could make a sizeable leap in 2019.

Anderson went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in Thursday's game against Seattle.

EDGE Analysis

The home run completed the cycle for Anderson this spring. He's 5-for-11 in the Cactus League with a homer, triple, double, four RBI and three runs scored. Anderson made a splash in 2018 with his first 20-20 season, a flashy offensive feat that obscured a .281 on-base percentage and .687 OPS.

Anderson went 2-for-3 with a run scored, two RBI and a triple in Tuesday's spring win over the Royals.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson is coming off an underwhelming 20-20 season in which he slashed .240/.281/.406 in 606 plate appearances. The Padres signing of free agent Manny Machado provides some added security at shortstop for Anderson heading into the season.

Anderson is confident he'll build on the success he had in 2018, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson became a 20-20 hitter in 2018, setting career highs with 20 homers and 26 stolen bases, while adding career-bests in doubles (28), runs (77) and walks (30). While his .281 on-base percentage suggests more work is needed at the plate, Anderson is pleased with his progression as a hitter. Hidden by his offensive outburst last year, the 25-year-old improved defensively, suggesting he'll remain at shortstop despite speculation he might be moved off that spot. He went from minus-16.3 UZR/150 and minus-8 in DRS in 2017 to plus-.7 and 0, respectively, in 2018. He worked hard on his defensive deficiencies with bench coach Joe McEwing. Continued improvement in the field means Anderson could stick at shortstop, even if the White Sox add Manny Machado.