The Atlanta Braves have signed former Philadelphia Phillies slugger Ryan Howard to a minor league contract, the team announced Friday.
The Braves said Howard will report to extended spring training next week then join Triple-A Gwinnett.
Howard, 37, spent 13 seasons with the Phillies before an emotional farewell at the end of last season. He was the last remaining member of Philadelphia's 2008 World Series-winning team, and the Phillies used a $10 million buyout on his contract this offseason.
The 2006 National League MVP indicated he wasn't planning to retire, saying during his farewell speech that "I know there's more in the tank.