John McMillon

20+2⁄3 innings pitched. ^[4]

On August 16, 2023, McMillon was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time. ^[5] On August 30, the Royals placed McMillon on the 15-day injured list with a strained right forearm. ^[6]

McMillon with the Omaha Storm Chasers in 2024

McMillon was optioned to the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers to begin the 2024 season. ^[7] In 28 appearances for Omaha, he struggled to a 6.53 ERA with 35 strikeouts across 30+1⁄3 innings pitched. McMillon was designated for assignment by the Royals on July 30, 2024. ^[8]

Miami Marlins

On August 2, 2024, McMillon was claimed off waivers by the Miami Marlins. ^[9] In 10 appearances for the Marlins, he compiled a 2–1 record and 1.50 ERA with 13 strikeouts across 12 innings pitched. His season ended on September 12, when he was placed on the injured list with elbow tightness. ^[10]

Philadelphia Phillies

On November 4, 2024, McMillon was claimed off waivers by the Philadelphia Phillies. ^[11] On November 19, he was removed from the 40-man roster and sent outright to the Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs. ^[12]

References

1. "#41 John McMillon - Profile". pointstreak.com. Retrieved August 14, 2023.
2. "McMillon returning to Texas Tech". Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
3. "'The Whammer' looks to make his mark in KC". MLB.com. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
4. "Royals promote reliever John McMillon". royalsreview.com. August 16, 2023. Retrieved August 17, 2023.
5. "Royals call up McMillon, option Wittgren, transfer Keller to 60-day IL". ballysports.com. Retrieved August 17, 2023.
6. Thompson, Jaylon (August 30, 2023). "Kansas City Royals put RHP John McMillon on 15-day MLB injured list". Kansas City Star. Kansas City, MO. Retrieved September 28, 2023.
7. "Royals' John McMillon: Sent to Triple-A". cbssports.com. March 16, 2024.
8. "Royals' John McMillon: Departs 40-man roster". cbssports.com. Retrieved July 30, 2024.
9. "Marcell Ozuna and Orlando Arcia propel Braves past Marlins 5-3 for 6th win in 7 games". ESPN.com. Associated Press. August 2, 2024. Retrieved August 3, 2024.
10. "Marlins Designate Jonathan Bermudez For Assignment". MLB Trade Rumors. September 12, 2024. Retrieved November 27, 2024.
11. "Phillies announce roster moves". MLB.com. MLB Advanced Media. November 4, 2024. Retrieved November 4, 2024.
12. "Phillies Outright John McMillon". mlbtraderumors.com. November 19, 2024. Retrieved November 21, 2024.

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John McMillon
McMillon with the Omaha Storm Chasers in 2024
Philadelphia Phillies – No. 40
Pitcher
Born: (1998-01-27) January 27, 1998 (age 27) Lufkin, Texas, U.S.
Bats: Left Throws: Right
MLB debut
August 17, 2023, for the Kansas City Royals