Kevin Millwood
Contract: Signed through 2009 with a club option for 2010.
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 230 lbs
- Born: Dec 24, 1974
- Debut: July 14, 1997
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 9, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Kevin Millwood has officially been traded to the Orioles, according to the Dallas Morning News. The Rangers will receive Chris Ray and a player to be named later in return.
Our View:
The 34-year-old hurler should prove to be a solid upgrade for the Orioles' rotation in 2010. He may end up being their "ace" as well.
December 9, 2009
The Orioles and Rangers appear close to completing a deal that would send Kevin Millwood and cash to Baltimore for reliever Chris Ray, according to the Baltimore Sun.
Our View:
Millwood is still a decent innings eater that could help provide veteran leadership to Baltimore's corps of starting pitchers that is very young with little MLB experience. Stay tuned, as this deal could happen as early as today.
December 8, 2009
Kevin Millwood continues to garner interest, but the Orioles are not as high on him as before, according to the Star-Telegram. The Mets are also believed to be losing interest.
Our View:
The Diamondbacks are now speculated to be a potential suitor for Millwood, who is owed $12MM in 2010. Unloading Millwood could allow the Rangers to target free agent hurlers, such as Ben Sheets and Rich Harden.
December 4, 2009
The Ragners are willing to trade Kevin Millwood, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
One of the worst kept secrets of this offseason. While Heyman cautions he's no "giveaway" after posting a 3.67 ERA in pitcher's graveyard Ameriquest Field last season, he's probably close to it, as the Rangers would love to shed some payroll.
November 30, 2009
FoxSports.com is reporting that the Baltimore Orioles have called the Texas Rangers to inquire about pitcher Kevin Millwood. The Orioles want to gauge the Rangers' interest in moving the veteran pitcher.
Our View:
The O's would like to get a veteran starter who can head a staff filled with young arms, and Millwood would fit the bill. The Rangers haven't shown a huge interest in moving him, but the O's will surely be interested if he hits the trade block.
November 30, 2009
The Rangers do not seem to be intent on moving Kevin Millwood in a deal despite speculation to the contrary, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
The Rangers are always looking for pitching, and though Millwood faltered later in the year last season, it makes little sense for them to trade a guy who they can count on for 30+ starts of mostly effective work.
November 29, 2009
Despite recent speculation, the Brewers are not believed to be actively interested in acquiring Rangers pitcher Kevin Millwood, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Rangers GM Jon Daniels has said that he has not spoken to Milwaukee GM Doug Melvin for "weeks." That being said, he did not deny that talks could be revisited at a later time.
November 29, 2009
The Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly inquired about Rangers' starter Kevin Millwood, according to the Boston Globe. The Rangers have not indicated that Millwood is on the market.
Our View:
The Brewers have not hidden the fact that they want starting pitching, so they will probably inquire on plenty of starters this winter. If the Rangers decide they want to move him, expect the Brewers to be first in line with an offer.
October 1, 2009
Kevin Millwood struck out ten in his third complete game of the season on Thursday, as the Rangers eased to an 11-3 victory in Los Angeles.
Our View:
Millwood's 31st start of the season wrapped up his best season in ages. He finishes with a 13-10 record, 3.67 ERA, 123 strikeouts and 198.2 innings pitched.
September 26, 2009
Kevin Millwood held the Rays to just two earned runs on seven hits and a pair of walks over seven innings in the Rangers 15-3 win over the Rays. The win bumped him to 12-10 on the season.
Our View:
Millwood has been very good in his last two starts, allowing just two runs over his last 14 innings. He seems to be back on track after allowing ten runs in 8.2 innings prior to that.
September 22, 2009
Kevin Millwood only surrendered one run (not earned) on three hits over seven innings in Monday's 10-3 win at Oakland. He had one walk and two strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood pitched great tonight while ending a two-game losing streak in which he was tagged for five earned runs in both starts. He now has a winning record at 11-10 as well.
September 17, 2009
According to USA Today, Kevin Millwood is scheduled to start next Tuesday and, assuming he can record 13 outs, his $12 million option for 2010 will kick in.
Our View:
The contract option is innings-based and Millwood, assuming he isn't horrible, should be able to rack up enough on Tuesday for it to vest. The Rangers skipped his last start due to recent poor performance, but there was also speculation that they were trying to keep him from reaching his innings to save some cash. Looks like that theory is now out the window.
September 15, 2009
Kevin Millwood will miss his next start in the Rangers' rotation, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Our View:
Millwood has been struggling on the mound lately, and the Rangers want to hold him out to give him more time to work on some mechanical changes. He won't return to the rotation until either next Monday or Tuesday at Oakland. Derek Holland will pitch Sunday against the Angels.
September 13, 2009
According to MLB.com, the Rangers may skip Kevin Millwood's next start.
Our View:
Millwood has a vesting option for 2010 worth $12 million that will kick in if he makes his next start, so the Rangers may elect to skip it to save some cabbage. Millwood hasn't thrown well lately either, so the team could be thinking that they have a better chance to win if he rests up and someone else (Dustin Nippert possibly) takes the mound. The Rangers wouldn't shut him down for the rest of the season though would they? Stay tuned.
September 12, 2009
Kevin Millwood was ineffective on Saturday night. The Rangers' veteran starter made it through just 3.2 innings, allowing five runs, as Texas lost 8-3 to the Mariners at home.
Our View:
After going 8-7 with a 3.46 ERA in 19 starts before the All-Star break, Millwood is just 2-3 with a 5.32 ERA in nine outings since the Midsummer Classic.
September 11, 2009
Friday's game between the Mariners and Rangers has been postponed due to rain, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Sunday. Tonight's scheduled starters, Kevin Millwood and Brandon Morrow, will both take the hill Saturday.
September 10, 2009
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram is reporting that Rangers' starter Kevin Millwood is eight innings away from reaching a clause in his contract that activates a $12 million option for 2010. Millwood is expected to reach the 180 inning mark in his next two starts.
Our View:
The Rangers would probably like to avoid this situation, but there really isn't anything they can do about it. They can't just shut Millwood down for the season, because they are still in the playoff hunt and because the players' union would be all over them, so it looks like he will be back for 12 mil next season. It's not a terrible situation, but it just hurts the team's flexibility for the 2010 season.
September 5, 2009
Kevin Millwood was rocked for five earned runs on seven hits over five innings in Saturday's 5-4 loss at Baltimore. He had four walks with four strikeouts, and was tagged for two homers.
Our View:
Millwood falls to 10-9 and his ERA rises to 3.77. He continues to struggle after going 1-1 with a 4.66 ERA over five starts in August.
August 30, 2009
Kevin Millwood held the Twins to just two runs on six hits and a pair of walks over six innings on Sunday, but didn't factor in the decision of the 5-3 loss as the bullpen imploded in the eight inning.
Our View:
Milwood needed a quality start after getting bet up in his previous two appearances. Prior to Sunday's outing he had allowed ten runs in his last 11.1 innings.
August 25, 2009
Kevin Millwood was rocked for five earned runs on seven hits over 5.2 innings in Tuesday's 10-9 win at New York. He issued five walks with two strikeouts, and gave up two homers.
Our View:
Millwood struggled tonight, but was handed his 10th win of 2009 due to the hot bats of his teammates. He was winless over his four previous starts, and is really not back on track. He allowed five earned runs in each of his last two.
August 19, 2009
Kevin Millwood was rocked for five earned runs on seven hits over 5.2 innings in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Twins at Rangers Ballpark. He had three walks with four strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood was a disappointment tonight, as he allowed two or less earned runs in each of his previous four starts. He still leads the Rangers with a 3.48 ERA, and should be able to bounce back fine.
August 14, 2009
Kevin Millwood allowed one earned run on three hits over 5.2 innings in Friday's 8-4 loss to the Red Sox at Rangers Ballpark. He issued five walks with four strikeouts, and was dealt a no-decision.
Our View:
Millwood's five walks were a season-high, but he should be able to bounce back fine. He only allowed two earned runs in each of his previous three starts, and continues to pace the Rangers with nine wins, a 3.31 ERA and 93 strikeouts.
August 8, 2009
Kevin Millwood held the Angels to just two runs on nine hits and a walk over six innings on Saturday. He fanned five, but failed to earn a decision as LA won 3-2 with a run in the seventh.
Our View:
This was Millwood's first start since July 26th due to a strained glute, but it doesn't look like he's missed a beat. The Texas starter is 9-7 with a 3.38 and has been one of the biggest fantasy surprises this season.
August 1, 2009
Kevin Millwood was once again scratched from Monday's start while still recovering from a strained left glute, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
Dustin Nippert is considered the top candidate to replace him on the hill Monday against Oakland. The Rangers remain hopeful that Millwood will be able to pitch at some point during their four-game set with the A's, and do not expect to shut him down on the DL.
July 31, 2009
Kevin Millwood's next turn in the Rangers' rotation has been pushed back to Monday against Oakland, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
Millwood was slated to pitch Sunday, but is still not recovered from his strained left glute, and Texas wants to give him an extra day of rest. Either Scott Feldman or Dustin Nippert will take the hill in his place Sunday.
July 29, 2009
Kevin Millwood's next turn in the Rangers' rotation has been pushed back to Sunday, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Our View:
That gives him more time to rest his ailing left glute. Derek Holland will take the hill Thursday against the Mariners, with Vicente Padilla following Friday and Tommy Hunter starting on Saturday.
July 26, 2009
Kevin Millwood pitched just two innings on Sunday before leaving with tightness in his left gluteus. The Rangers would go on to win 7-2.
Our View:
After battling the flu all week, Millwood was forced to leave a game with a sore rear. No word on how serious the injury is, but he likely won't miss much time.
July 26, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that Rangers' starter Kevin Millwood will take the mound on Sunday despite spending the last several days suffering from the flu. Millwood told the website on Saturday that "I'll be ready. I was just coughing and just kind of feeling weak, but my energy is better right now. It's nothing I can't deal with."
Our View:
Millwood is coming off a nice outing in his last start, but fantasy owners should be a little concerned with him today. One thing he has going for him is that he is pitching against the Royals, making him a must-start despite his illness. He may not eat innings as usual today, but pitching against KC is enough to make any pitcher feel better.
July 20, 2009
Kevin Millwood improved to 9-7 on Monday, allowing two runs off six hits and one walk while striking out three in six innings against the Red Sox.
Our View:
It was good to see Millwood get back on track after a rough few outings. He'll continue to be a decent innings-eating fantasy option going forward.
July 12, 2009
Kevin Millwood was tagged for four earned runs on six hits over six innings in Saturday's 5-1 loss at Seattle. He had two walks and five strikeouts, and gave up two homers.
Our View:
Millwood is now winless over his last three starts since collecting his 150th career win against San Diego. Hopefully he can get back on track in his next trip to the hill after the All-Star break.
July 6, 2009
Kevin Millwood was lit up for nine earned runs on nine hits over five innings in Monday's 9-4 loss at the Angels. He issued three walks with no strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood falls to 8-6, and allowed 13 earned runs over his last two starts. He held a solid 2.80 ERA prior to tonight's nightmarish outing, and the Rangers' ace hurler should be able to bounce back fine.
July 1, 2009
Kevin Millwood gave up four earned runs on eight hits over 6.1 innings in Wednesday's 9-7 win over the Angels at Rangers Ballpark. He issued three walks with four strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood takes a no-decision as the Angels rallied to tie the game at 7-7 on a three-run homer by Juan Rivera in the top of the ninth inning. Millwood really did not pitch well enough to deserve a win anyway. He remains at 8-5 with a solid 2.80 ERA.
June 26, 2009
Kevin Millwood only surrendered two earned runs on four hits over six innings in Friday's 12-2 win over the Padres at Rangers Ballpark. He had three walks and five strikeouts.
Our View:
It was another strong outing for Millwood other than the three free passes. He leads the Rangers with eight wins, a 2.64 ERA and 70 strikeouts.
June 26, 2009
According to MLB.com, the Rangers have shuffled their rotation and will have ace Kevin Millwood pitch Friday night against the Padres while Derek Holland is pushed back to Saturday.
Our View:
This move allows the Rangers to squeeze an extra start out of their ace before the All-Star break, which is good news for a team that is starting to look very ordinary. Millwood is a solid fantasy option in all leagues, and owners need to make sure you get him in tonight, since his scheduled start wasn't supposed to be until tomorrow.
June 21, 2009
Kevin Millwood gave up three runs (two earned) on eight hits over seven innings in Sunday's 3-2 loss at San Francisco. He had three walks and 10 strikeouts.
Our View:
The Rangers' ace took a loss, but fantasy owners should be happy with his 10 strikeouts. He was riding a three-game winning streak, and only allowed one earned run over 21.2 innings over the span. Millwood will have to wait to claim the 150th win of his career.
June 16, 2009
Kevin Millwood was in control from the hill in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Astros at Rangers Ballpark, as he only surrendered one earned run on four hits over seven innings. He had three walks and racked up six strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood leads the Rangers with seven wins and a 2.62 ERA. He has been among the most dominant hurlers so far in June, as he only allowed one earned run over three starts.
June 11, 2009
Kevin Millwood was dominant from the bump in Thursday's 1-0 win over the Jays at Rangers Ballpark, as he only gave up five hits over 7.2 scoreless innings. He issued no walks with one strikeout.
Our View:
Millwood collected his team-leading sixth win, and has not allowed a run over his last two outings. He is pitching like an ace for Texas right now, and should remain active in fantasy leagues.
June 5, 2009
Kevin Millwood was in control from the mound in Friday's 5-1 win at Boston, as he only allowed one run (not earned) on seven hits over seven innings. He issued four walks with five strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood now has a winning record at 5-4, and trimmed his ERA to 2.96. His ERA leads the Rangers, and he is tied with Scott Feldman in wins.
June 5, 2009
Kevin Millwood will be looking to halt an eight game Ranger losing streak at Fenway Park when he takes the mound on Friday night The Sports Network reports.
Our View:
Millwood has been surprisingly good for the Rangers in 2009, going 4-4 with a 3.23 ERA and 1.23 WHIP. He's as good a candidate as any to stop the Rangers slide at Fenway, and a definite add should he still be available in any of your leagues.
May 27, 2009
Kevin Millwood did not factor into the decision on Tuesday as the Rangers downed the Yankees 7-3. Millwood went 5.2 innings and allowed three runs on nine hits while walking four and striking out three.
Our View:
Millwood wasn't great tonight, but he wasn't bad either. He has been good this season, and outings like this are to be expected every once in awhile. If this is as bad as Millwood pitches, then fantasy owners are in good shape.
May 21, 2009
Kevin Millwood allowed four earned runs on six hits over eight innings in Thursday's 4-3 loss at Detroit. He had four walks and three strikeouts. He gave up two homers in the game.
Our View:
Millwood pitched poorly today, and deserved taking his fourth loss of the season. He is 4-4, and is yet to win back-to-back starts.
May 17, 2009
Kevin Millwood has been slowed by the flu, according to the AP. Manager Ron Washington reports he still expects him to make his start on Thursday against the Tigers.
Our View:
Millwood has surpassed expectations in the early going and he looked good on Friday against the Angels. We don't expect that he will still be ill come Thursday, so feel free to keep him in your lineups.
May 16, 2009
Kevin Millwood was good again on Friday as the Rangers beat the Angels 10-8. Millwood went six innings and allowed two runs on nine hits while walking two and striking out five,
Our View:
Millwood has been a very solid fantasy option so far this season, and he was good again tonight. His bullpen tried to blow it for him, but in the end he picked up his fourth win of the year. He should be utilized in all leagues, at least until the curse of Texas pitching catches up with him.
May 9, 2009
Kevin Millwood had another solid outing on Saturday, but took a hard luck loss. He allowed three runs on seven hits and three walks over seven innings in the Rangers' 3-2 loss to Chicago.
Our View:
Millwood's ERA is at 2.92 right now and people will start talking about him being in contention for the comeback player of the year if he keeps this up. He's now a decent option in mixed leagues, which is a shock to, well, everyone.
May 5, 2009
Kevin Millwood wasn't great on Monday, but he was good enough to win as the Rangers beat the Mariners 6-5. Millwood went 7.1 innings and allowed five runs on eight hits while striking out three.
Our View:
This was not one of Millwood's best starts of the year, but he did manage to pick up the win. He has been surprisingly good so far in 2009, and is a good start in all leagues for now.
April 29, 2009
Kevin Millwood evened his record at 2-2 with a 5-4 win over the A's on Tuesday. He scattered ten hits and two walks over eight innings, allowing just two earned runs and striking out five.
Our View:
Millwood's ERA is now a shocking 2.13 on the season. He's not striking out a lot of batters (a shade over five per nine innings), but his ERA and WHIP prove that he's pitched very well over his first five starts. We'll wait and see if May is as successful as April was before any comeback player of the year talk arises.
April 23, 2009
Kevin Millwood was not quite as sharp has he was in his last start. He allowed four runs on five hits and two walks over seven innings, but was victimized by the long ball. He allowed three over the wall and took the loss as the Rangers fell 5-2 on Thursday.
Our View:
Millwood has been a big surprise so far this season, but may be reverting to last season's form. If he continues to have trouble keeping the ball in the park his 2.10 ERA will skyrocket.
April 18, 2009
Kevin Millwood was out-pitched on Saturday night by Zack Greinke, but not by much. Millwood lasted all nine innings and took the hard-luck loss, allowing just two runs on five hits and three walks as the Rangers dropped a nail-biter to the Royals 2-0.
Our View:
No one saw this coming. Kevin Millwood is now 1-1 with a 1.17 ERA in three starts this season. He is the "ace" of the Rangers staff, but is actually pitching like one now. Chances are he's still on your waiver wire. It can't hurt to grab him now and ride him while he's hot.
April 12, 2009
Kevin Millwood only allowed four hits over seven scoreless innings in Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Tigers at Comerica Park. He had no walks and six strikeouts.
Our View:
Millwood had a great outing, and it is a shame he was dealt a no-decision rather than a win. Detroit rallied to score all six of their runs in the eighth inning.
April 7, 2009
Pitcher Kevin Millwood told reporters on Monday night that he still had plenty left in his arm despite throwing 113 pitches in a win over the Indians, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes.
Our View:
Nolan Ryan (you may have heard of him) took over as the Rangers president in February of 2008, and he vowed to toughen up the franchise's pitchers. He wants hurlers to be stronger and work longer. Millwood is apparently on board. The veteran right-hander hasn't been terribly effective since 2005, but maybe he just needed Clint East... err, Nolan Ryan to cuss him out and whip him into shape. We remain skeptical despite Monday's solid outing.
April 6, 2009
Kevin Millwood allowed just one run over seven innings of work as the Rangers defeated the Indians 9-1 on opening day. He gave up five hits an a walk, while striking out five.
Our View:
Millwood threw 113 pitches in the game, which is quite the accomplishment for April 6. He worked hard in the offseason to build up his stamina and it apparently has already begun to pay off. The Rangers need him to be their ace this season, but by the time it warms up in Arlington, Millwood will probably have a more difficult time stranding runners.
March 21, 2009
Kevin Millwood had a quality start for the Rangers on Saturday. He tossed six innings, allowing three runs on five hit and struck out five.
Our View:
This is considered a positive start for Millwood, but Texas' number one starter is going to have to be a lot better if the Rangers are going to have any chance of competeing.
March 13, 2009
According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Kevin Millwood has been named the team's opening day starter.
Our View:
Millwood was awful last season and his fantasy value has dwindled with each passing year. Your best bet is to avoid him on draft day and snatch him off waivers if he starts to put together a productive season.
March 9, 2009
Kevin Millwood got smacked around in his start on Monday, allowing 10 runs on 12 hits and two walks in just three innings.
Our View:
Millwood pitched well in his first couple of spring starts, but this one was atrocious. He'll need to be significantly better to have any fantasy value this year.
March 4, 2009
Kevin Millwood made his second consecutive strong start in the Rangers 5-3 win over the Royals on Wednesday. He threw three shutout innings while allowing two hits, walking one, and striking out two.
Our View:
Millwood came into camp 15 pounds lighter and seems determined to be a more reliable anchor to the Rangers volatile staff. Expect improvement from his previous two seasons.
February 19, 2009
Manager Ron Washington is yet to name an opening day starting pitcher, but noted that he is leaning toward Kevin Millwood, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Our View:
Millwood has started the last three seasons. The top two candidates for the opener are Millwood and Vincente Padilla.
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