Veteran MLB Pitcher Tommy Milone heads to dominican Republic
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veteran left-handed pitcher Tommy Milone is set to bolster the pitching staff of the Águilas Cibaeñas in the Dominican Republic’s winter baseball league. The proclamation, made by Águilas Cibaeñas general manager Ángel Ovalles, confirms milone’s arrival on January 3, 2025.
Milone, a 37-year-old California native, brings a wealth of Major League experience to the team. With nearly 1,000 innings pitched across 198 appearances for eight different MLB teams – including stints with the Washington Nationals, Oakland Athletics, Minnesota Twins, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Baltimore Orioles, and Atlanta Braves – his career record stands at 53-53 with a 4.58 ERA. His last MLB appearance was in 2023 with the Mariners.
Milone’s repertoire includes a four-seam fastball, cutter, changeup, and curveball, a versatile arsenal that should prove effective in the competitive Dominican Winter League.
This will be Milone’s second stint in the LIDOM (Liga de Béisbol Profesional de la República dominicana). His previous experience with the Tigres del Licey during the 2018-19 season was nothing short of dominant. In six starts,he compiled a 1-1 record with a remarkable 0.00 ERA, allowing no earned runs over 34.1 innings. His performance was highlighted by just 21 hits allowed, 32 strikeouts, and only two walks.
Following his MLB season in 2024, Milone played for the Saraperos de Saltillo in the Mexican Baseball League.
Roster moves for Águilas Cibaeñas
The Águilas Cibaeñas also announced the conclusion of the season for two key players: JC Escarra and Ezequiel Durán. Escarra, a standout hitter who led the Dominican League with a .363 batting average, will head to spring training with the New York Yankees. “Escarra became an idol for the club’s fans, who hope to have him back in future seasons,” Ovalles noted.
Durán, another significant contributor to the Águilas’ offense, also concluded his season. He posted a .303/.395/.440 slash line, along with three home runs and 17 RBIs. Ovalles expressed gratitude for both players’ contributions, stating, “On behalf of the board of directors and operations management, Ovalles thanked the outstanding contributions of both players, wishing them many successes in the immediate future and hoping to see them in the Aguilucho uniform next season.”
Milone’s addition to the Águilas Cibaeñas is expected to significantly strengthen their pitching rotation for the upcoming season. his experience and proven success in both the MLB and the Dominican Winter league make him a valuable asset to the team.
MLB Veteran Tommy Milone Joins Dominican Winter League
Veteran Major League pitcher Tommy Milone is set to take his talents to teh dominican Republic this winter, joining the Águilas Cibaeñas of the Liga de Béisbol Profesional de la República Dominicana (LIDOM). The move comes after a long and successful MLB career, and Milone is eager to continue competing at a high level in the competitive Dominican Winter League.
World-Today-News.com Senior Editor: Welcome, Daniel. Always great to have an expert like yourself on the show. Tommy Milone is a known commodity in MLB, but can you tell our readers more about his specific skill set that makes him a good fit for the Dominican Winter League?
Daniel Vargas: Thanks for having me. Tommy Milone’s a crafty lefty with a deceptively good fastball. He mixes it with a cutter, curveball, and changeup to keep hitters off balance. what makes him especially interesting for the LIDOM is his experience. he throws strikes, and that’s crucial for a league known for its aggressive hitting. he’s not going to overpower every batter, but he’s smart, he knows how to pitch, and that’s valuable anywhere, especially a league as passionate as the dominican.
World-Today-News.com Senior Editor: Milone has had a few outstanding seasons in the Dominican Republic. Is this a familiar landing spot for him?
Daniel Vargas: Absolutely. This will be Milone’s second stint in the LIDOM, and he was absolutely dominant back in 2018-19 with the Tigres del Licey. I mean, a 0.00 ERA over 34 innings is just astonishing. The Dominican fans remember that performance,so there’s definitely some buzz around him returning.
World-Today-News.com Senior Editor: And what can we expect to see from him with the Águilas Cibaeñas this season?
Daniel Vargas: I think we’ll see Milone anchoring a strong rotation. The Águilas are contenders every year, but they’ve lost a couple of key players. Milone brings veteran leadership and that competitive fire that can make a difference for a team with championship aspirations.
