Connor Gillispie

Last updated
115+23 innings pitched. [6]

Cleveland Guardians

On December 6, 2023, the Cleveland Guardians selected Gillispie from the Orioles in the minor league phase of the Rule 5 draft. [7] Gillispie began the 2024 season with the Triple-A Columbus Clippers. On August 4, 2024, Gillispie was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time. [8] In 3 appearances during his rookie campaign, he posted a 2.25 ERA with 8 strikeouts across 8 innings of work. Gillispie was designated for assignment by Cleveland on November 19. [9] [10] On November 22, the Guardians non–tendered Gillispie, making him a free agent. [11]

Miami Marlins

On November 29, 2024, Gillispie signed a one–year, major league contract with the Atlanta Braves. [12] On January 23, 2025, Gillispie was designated for assignment by the Braves. [13]

On January 28, 2025, Gillispie was claimed off waivers by the Miami Marlins. [14]

See also

References

  1. "Former Miller star Connor Gillispie drafted by Orioles". The Daily Progress. June 4, 2019.
  2. O'Connor, John (August 11, 2023). "'Amazing' VCU experience set up Bowie righty Connor Gillispie for pro run". Richmond Times-Dispatch.
  3. "2020 Minor League Baseball season cancelled". mlb.com. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  4. "Connor Gillispie - Baseball Stats". thebaseballcube.com. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  5. "Connor Gillispie - Stats - Pitching". fangraphs.com. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  6. "Connor Gillispie Stats & Scouting Report". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  7. "Orioles in agreement with Kimbrel, decline to make selection in major league phase of Rule 5 draft". MASNsports.com. December 6, 2023.
  8. "Guardians bolster bullpen with two fresh arms ahead of series finale against Orioles". cleveland.com. 4 August 2024. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  9. "Guardians add four players to 40-man roster". MLB.com. November 19, 2024. Retrieved January 18, 2025.
  10. Hoynes, Paul (November 19, 2024). "Guardians churn 40-man roster once again, adding four players, DFA one-time prospect". The Plain Dealer. Retrieved January 18, 2025.
  11. "Complete list of non-tendered players". MLB.com. November 22, 2024. Retrieved January 18, 2025.
  12. Bowman, Mark (November 29, 2024). "Braves take flier on bullpen arm Gillispie". MLB.com. Retrieved November 30, 2024.
  13. "Braves sign Jurickson Profar". MLB.com. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
  14. "Marlins To Claim Connor Gillispie, Designate Jhonny Pereda". mlbtraderumors.com. 28 January 2025. Retrieved January 28, 2025.
Connor Gillispie
Miami Marlins – No. 55
Pitcher
Born: (1997-11-10) November 10, 1997 (age 27)
Earlysville, Virginia, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
August 4, 2024, for the Cleveland Guardians