Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Evan Phillips

How Evan Phillips built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Evan Phillips is an American professional baseball pitcher, currently a free agent. He has played in MLB for several teams, including the Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Tampa Bay Rays, and Los Angeles Dodgers. His career has involved pitching for multiple major league teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Drafted by Atlanta Braves

In 2015, Phillips was selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 17th round of the Major League Baseball draft. He played his first professional season with the Danville Braves and Rome Braves, achieving a combined 2-3 record with a 2.73 ERA.

2016: Plays for Carolina Mudcats and Mississippi Braves

In 2016, Phillips pitched for both the Carolina Mudcats and Mississippi Braves, achieving an 8-4 record with a 3.02 ERA across 43 relief appearances. Following the season, he also participated in the Arizona Fall League with the Salt River Rafters.

2017: Plays for Mississippi and Gwinnett Braves

In 2017, Phillips played for the Mississippi Braves and the Gwinnett Braves, achieving a combined record of 3-4 with a 6.14 ERA in 51.1 innings pitched.

June 23, 2018: Called up by the Braves

On June 23, 2018, Evan Phillips was called up to the major leagues by the Atlanta Braves.

July 31, 2018: Traded to Baltimore Orioles

On July 31, 2018, Evan Phillips was traded from the Atlanta Braves to the Baltimore Orioles along with Jean Carlos Encarnacion, Brett Cumberland, Bruce Zimmermann, and international signing money in exchange for Kevin Gausman and Darren O'Day.

2018: Plays for Gwinnett Stripers

In 2018, Phillips started the season playing for the Gwinnett Stripers.

August 3, 2021: Signed with Tampa Bay Rays

On August 3, 2021, Phillips signed a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays.

August 16, 2021: Dodgers claim Phillips off waivers

On August 16, 2021, the Los Angeles Dodgers claimed Phillips off of waivers.

2021: Released by Orioles

In 2021, Phillips made 18 appearances for the Tides. On August 2, 2021, he was released by the Orioles.

2022: Pitched in a team-high 64 games for the Dodgers

In 2022, Phillips pitched in a team-high 64 games for the Dodgers, achieving a 7-3 record and a 1.14 ERA with 77 strikeouts, and pitched 3+1⁄3 scoreless innings in the 2022 NLDS.

2023: Dodgers Closer

In 2023, Phillips became the Dodgers closer, recording 24 saves in 61+1⁄3 innings over 62 games with a 2.05 ERA and 66 strikeouts. He also pitched 2+1⁄3 scoreless innings in the 2023 NLDS.

2024: Phillips salary arbitration

In 2024, Phillips and the Dodgers agreed to a $4 million salary in salary arbitration. He pitched in 61 games with a 5-1 record, a 3.43 ERA, 63 strikeouts, and 18 saves. He pitched 6+2⁄3 scoreless innings in the postseason but suffered an arm injury in the NLCS, causing him to miss the World Series roster.