Editor's Note: The above video is from the Giants' 2012 World Series parade.
Ryan Vogelsong's quest to make the Twins' Opening Day rotation has come to an end.
And it's by his own volition.
The former Giants All-Star asked to be released on Tuesday, and Minnesota granted his request.
Twins manager Paul Molitor made the announcement to the media after Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies.
"We talked with Ryan this morning and it was one of those hard conversations to have. I can't say enough about what he brought to the camp.