Phillips was reassigned to minor league camp Saturday.

Phillips was facing an uphill battle for a bullpen spot entering camp, but has now been officially eliminated from the running. His last major league appearance came in 2013 with the Marlins, and he'll likely spend 2015 simply as organizational depth.

Phillips signed a minor league deal with the White Sox on Monday, Matt Eddy of Baseball America reports.

The lefty made three appearances for Miami back in 2013 but spent last season in the Japanese Central League. It's unlikely that he'll see much time in the majors this upcoming season, if at all, although his previous experience pitching at the highest level certainly bodes well in his favor.

Zach Phillips has agreed to a one-year contract with the Hiroshima Toyo Carp of Japan's Central League.

Phillips was outrighted off the Marlins' 40-man roster earlier this month and opted for free agency. The 27-year-old left-hander posted a cool 2.44 ERA and 74/24 K/BB ratio in 59 innings this summer at the Triple-A level.

Zach Phillips has elected free agency.

Phillips had been outrighted off the Marlins' 40-man roster and will now seek employment elsewhere. He spent most of the 2013 season at the Triple-A level.

Marlins sent LHP Zach Phillips outright to Triple-A New Orleans.

Phillips is no longer on the 40-man roster. The 26-year-old southpaw spent most of the 2013 season at the Triple-A level, but made three appearances with the big club in September.

Marlins selected the contract of LHP Zach Phillips from Triple-A New Orleans.

The 26-year-old southpaw was very effective in the Zephyrs bullpen, registering a 2.44 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 74/24 K/BB ratio over 59 innings. He'll likely work as a left-handed specialist for the Marlins.

Marlins signed RHP Zach Phillips to a minor league contract.

Phillips had a 3.17 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 45/22 K/BB ratio in 54 innings this past season at Triple-A Norfolk. He'll function as organizational depth for the Marlins.

Zach Phillips has elected free agency.

Orioles sent RHP Zach Phillips outright to Triple-A Norfolk.

Phillips allowed four runs over six innings in his brief time with the O's this season. He'll likely be brought in to compete for a middle relief job in spring training.

Orioles purchased the contract of LHP Zach Phillips from Triple-A Norfolk.

Phillips, 25, posted a cool 3.17 ERA and 45/22 K/BB ratio in 54 innings this season at the Triple-A level. He should do well in a long relief role with big-league Baltimore.

Orioles designated LHP Zach Phillips for assignment.

The move clears 40-man roster space for new designated hitter Jim Thome. Phillips was at Triple-A Norfolk.

Orioles recalled LHP Zach Phillips from Triple-A Norfolk.

Phillips, 25, has registered a 4.15 ERA and 11/5 K/BB ratio in 13 innings this season at Triple-A Norfolk. He will serve as a middle reliever in the Orioles' bullpen.

The Orioles have summoned left-hander Zach Phillips to join the team in Baltimore.

The team has yet to make an official roster move, but it appears Jason Berken may be sent down to the minors. Phillips, 25, has a 4.15 ERA and 11/5 K/BB ratio over 13 innings with Triple-A Norfolk this season.

Orioles acquired LHP Zach Phillips from the Rangers for INF Nick Green and cash considerations.

Phillips was designated for assignment by the Rangers earlier this week after allowing 50 hits and 26 runs in 44 2/3 innings at Triple-A Round Rock. He's only 24, so there is some hope left for a career revitalization.