In his rookie season of 1989, Milacki led the American League with 36 games started, posting a 14–12 record with a career-best 3.74 ERA.

On April 23, 1989, Milacki pitched a rare complete game shutout against the Minnesota Twins in which he faced the minimum 27 batters; he allowed 3 hits and 2 walks.

[2] He was pulled from the game after a line drive struck him on the arm, despite the batter being retired when the ball bounced towards first base.

Mike Flanagan, Mark Williamson, and Gregg Olson each followed up with a no-hit scoreless inning to complete the no-hitter.

[citation needed] Robert was drafted as a pitcher in the 38th round (1151st pick) by the Washington Nationals in the 2018 baseball season.