Miller, a former first-round pick (2020), appeared in only two big‑league games last season, spending most of the year at Triple‑A. Injuries and inconsistent performance have limited him to 37 major‑league games across three seasons with Los Angeles.
The 2023 debut suggested a potential breakout, with Miller posting a 3.76 ERA over 22 starts and a strong strikeout rate. His underlying metrics, including a 3.44 xERA and 3.51 FIP, supported the early promise, signaling a potential major‑league presence when healthy.
In 2024 Miller’s season was disrupted by shoulder inflammation in April, leading to a lengthy IL stint and a difficult return. He finished with an 8.52 ERA over 13 starts in the majors, and his velocity dipped slightly upon return, contributing to higher hard-hit rates against his four-seam fastball.
Back in the minors, Miller worked mostly as a reliever across 35 appearances at Triple‑A, posting a 5.66 ERA over 90.2 innings. In his brief big‑league return last season, he allowed seven earned runs in five innings and saw limited opportunities to assert his role.
The Dodgers’ rotation depth remains crowded, with a plan to begin the season with multiple viable options. While Blake Snell is not expected to be ready for Opening Day, pitchers such as Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani, and Tyler Glasnow headline the staff, complemented by Roki Sasaki, Emmet Sheehan, Gavin Stone, and River Ryan in the mix.
Miller’s path to a roster spot is challenging but not unattainable if he can regain form and health. His current hurdle is clear: prove sustained mound work and command, then demonstrate he can contribute to a stacked Dodgers rotation as they navigate continued injury concerns.
