Tillman, 29, will be making his first foray into the independent ranks in 2018, having spent his seven previous professional seasons in the minor-league systems of the Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Milwaukee Brewers.

Originally a second round selection by the Angels in the 2010 MLB Draft out of Florida Southern College, Tillman quickly made his way through the Los Angeles system. Working almost exclusively as a late-inning reliever, Tillman began his pro career with Rookie-level Orem in 2010, going 2-2 with a 1.95 ERA and ten saves. He struck out 50 batters in 32.1 innings, while surrendering only 23 hits. After being released by the Angels in early 2014, Tillman was quickly snapped up by the Dodgers, who assigned him to High-A Rancho Cucamonga. Tillman produced a 5.92 ERA that season with the Quakes, but bounced back the following season to log a 2.76 mark over 58.2 innings. Tillman moved on to the Brewers in 2016, though injuries would limit him to just 19.2 innings with Double-A Biloxi. In seven professional seasons, Tillman has struck out 360 in 326.1 innings, with 48 saves and a 3.72 ERA.