Phillies Sign 28-Year-Old Pitcher With MLB Experience

Connor Gillispie joins the Phillies on a minor-league deal as the team looks to bolster its bullpen.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Philadelphia Phillies have reportedly signed 28-year-old right-handed pitcher Connor Gillispie to a minor-league contract. Gillispie has nine games of major league experience, having pitched for the Cleveland Guardians, Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, and Minnesota Twins organizations over the past few seasons.

Why it matters

The Phillies are constantly searching for bullpen depth, and Gillispie could provide an opportunity for the team to find a contributor, even if his recent minor-league numbers suggest he may not be a slam-dunk addition.

The details

Gillispie, who was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 2019, made his MLB debut with the Guardians in 2024, allowing two earned runs in eight innings out of the bullpen. He has also spent time with the Braves, Marlins, and Twins organizations, most recently pitching for the Twins' Triple-A affiliate in 2022 where he allowed 22 earned runs in 13 2/3 innings.

  • Gillispie made his MLB debut with the Guardians in 2024.
  • Gillispie pitched for the Marlins and Twins organizations in 2022.

The players

Connor Gillispie

A 28-year-old right-handed pitcher who has spent time in the major leagues with the Cleveland Guardians, Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, and Minnesota Twins organizations.

Philadelphia Phillies

The professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that competes in Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

The Phillies will look to see if Gillispie can earn a spot on the major-league roster during spring training.

The takeaway

The Phillies are continuing to search for bullpen depth, and Gillispie represents a low-risk, high-potential addition as the team looks to bolster its pitching staff ahead of the 2023 season.