Kevin Millwood

Kevin Millwood is a right-handed pitcher for the Texas Rangers. Millwood was originally drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 11th round of the 1993 amateur draft. After four years as a pitching prospect in the Braves minor league farm system, Millwood made his major league debut on July 14, 1997. Millwood spens six seasons as a member of the Braves starting rotation, before being sent to to the Philadelphia Phillies for Johnny Estrada. Millwood also played a year for the Cleveland Indians before joining the Rangers in 2006.

Fast Facts

1. Birthdate: December 24, 1974
2. Birthplace: Gastonia, North Carolina
3. Position: Starting Pitcher
4. Uniform Number: 33
5. Bats/Throws: Right/Right
6. 18 game winner in 1999 & 2002

Transaction History

• June 3, 1993: Drafted in the 11th round of the 1993 amateur draft by the Atlanta Braves.

• December 20, 2002: Traded to the Philadelphia Phillies for Johnny Estrada.

• January 8, 2005: Signed with the Cleveland Indians as a Free Agent.

• February 22, 2006: Signed with the Texas Rangers as a Free Agent.

Strengths

Millwood's fastball is dynamic, and he compliments it with a slider, change-up, and a curve. He is not afraid to attack hitters aggressively using his repertoire of pitches[1].

Weaknesses

Millwood does not pitch as effectively with men on base, and he struggles to hold runners. Left-handed hitters are generally more successful against Millwood[2].

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