Hill, 45, would be the oldest player in MLB if he reaches the big leagues. If he pitches for the Royals, he'll tie the MLB record for teams.

The Kansas City Royals are giving Rich Hill another chance to pitch in the big leagues. The Royals signed the 45-year-old left-hander to a minor league deal Tuesday, and he will report soon to the club's spring training facility in Surprise,

The Royals announced that they signed Rich Hill to a minor-league contract, which would give Hill the opportunity to pitch for his 14th team and tie Edwin Jackson's record. Hill would also become the oldest pitcher to record an appearance since Bartolo Colon made his final start in September 2018 at 45 years and 121 days old.