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Ousted from 40-man roster McMillon cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Phillies claimed McMillon off waivers from the Marlins earlier this month, but he'll lose his 40-man roster spot again with Philadelphia protecting some prospects from the Rule 5 draft. McMillon's career has been greatly affected by arm injuries, and he averaged 95.3 mph with his fastball in 2024 after he sat 99 mph with the pitch in 2023.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed by Philadelphia The Phillies claimed McMillon (elbow) off waivers from the Marlins on Monday.

Impact McMillon ended the 2024 season on the injured list with an elbow injury and it's not clear what his current health status is, but the Phillies felt he was worth a roll of the dice. The right-handed reliever holds a 1.69 ERA and 21:5 K:BB over 16 innings during parts of two seasons at the major-league level.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Marlins place RHP John McMillon (elbow) on 15-day IL The Miami Marlins placed right-hander John McMillon on the 15-day injured list on Thursday because of right elbow tightness, one day after h...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lands on IL The Marlins placed McMillon on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right elbow tightness.

Impact McMillon threw just two pitches and gave up a single before his injury forced him out of Wednesday's game against Pittsburgh, and he will now be forced to sit out until at least Sept. 27. The 26-year-old righty owns a 1.50 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 12 innings in the majors this season, but given the fact Miami has already been eliminated from the postseason, the Marlins likely won't be in any rush to bring him back.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A The Marlins recalled McMillon from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday.

Impact McMillon was claimed off waivers from the Royals a week ago and will now receive an opportunity in the big-league bullpen. The right-hander made four appearances with Kansas City last season, allowing one run. He's posted a 6.32 ERA and 37:27 K:BB over 31.1 innings at the Triple-A level in 2024.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed by Miami The Marlins claimed McMillon off waivers from the Royals on Friday.

Impact McMillon has spent all of this season at the Triple-A level, where he has posted a 6.53 ERA in 30.1 appearances. He'll head to Triple-A Jacksonville, where he represent relief depth for Miami.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Departs 40-man roster The Royals designated McMillon for assignment Tuesday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact McMillon will surrender his spot on the 40-man roster for Paul DeJong, who Kansas City acquired via trade Tuesday. McMillon has logged a 6.53 ERA in 30.1 appearances at Triple-A Omaha, and assuming he goes unclaimed, he should remain in the Royals' organization.

JULY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Departs 40-man roster The Royals designated McMillon for assignment Tuesday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact McMillon will surrender his spot on the 40-man roster for Paul DeJong, who Kansas City acquired via trade Tuesday. McMillon has logged a 6.53 ERA in 30.1 appearances at Triple-A Omaha and, assuming he goes unclaimed, should remain in the Royals' organization.

JULY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing off mound McMillon (forearm) resumed throwing off the mound on Sept. 15, MLB.com reports.

Impact McMillon is progressing well from his right forearm strain and could be ready for a rehab assignment later this month. However, the Royals want to be cautious with their talented young relief arm, so it sounds like they're unlikely to activate him before the end of the season. McMillon has been out since late August.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on 15-day IL Kansas City placed McMillon on the 15-day injured list Wednesday, retroactive to Aug. 28, with a right forearm strain.

Impact The 25-year-old has posted a 2.25 ERA with eight strikeouts in four major-league innings (four appearances) since getting the call Aug. 16 from Double-A Northwest Arkansas, but he'll be sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks. Taylor Clarke (personal) is returning to the Royals' bullpen in a corresponding move.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE