Addison Reed: Heading for free agency

Reed (thumb) will be released by the Twins after clearing waivers, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Reed was designated for assignment by the Twins last week while in the midst of a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Rochester. The veteran reliever was struggling mightily with eight runs allowed -- including four homers -- on 13 hits over five innings with the Red Wings.