Former MLB outfielder Brett Phillips has signed with the Cleburne Railroaders of the independent American Association as a right-handed pitcher, continuing his transition from the outfield. Over his MLB career from 2017-2023, Phillips played for five teams, mostly with the Rays, but struggled offensively with a .187 batting average and limited success in pitching, allowing nine runs in 5 1/3 innings during his brief mound appearances. After a minor league stint with the Yankees, where he did not perform well, Phillips aims to revitalize his career in independent baseball.
