The Texas Rangers released injury-plagued outfielder Josh Hamilton on Tuesday with the possibility of the former MVP rejoining the team on a minor-league deal in 2017.
Hamilton underwent season-ending surgery in June to repair torn cartilage in his left knee, and he said in late July that he expects to be fully healthy and ready in time for spring training.
The 35-year-old outfielder would have to report to the Rangers on a non-roster deal, if they would have him back.
"We plan to monitor Josh's progress as he continues his rehab process and is medically cleared this winter," general manager Jon Daniels said in a statement.