Hanson made his first start of 2015 at High-A San Jose on Monday, striking out eight while allowing just two hits and a walk over five scoreless innings. His fastball sat between 89 and 91 mph, going as high as 94, reports San Jose play-by-play man Joe Ritzo.

The Giants signed Hanson to a minor league deal a month ago, but this was his first appearance in game action. The dominant work means it's likely Hanson -- once one of the most appealing young pitchers in the game -- will get moved up to a higher level soon as he tries to make his way back to the majors.

Hanson agreed to a minor league contract with the Giants on Wednesday, Matt Eddy of Baseball America reports.

Hanson, who has yet to pitch in a game this year, will add some starting pitching depth in the Giants' minor league ranks. He struggled in 10 starts with Triple-A Charlotte last season, posting a 6.16 ERA and 32:28 K:BB ratio over 49.2 innings.

Tommy Hanson, who had been working out in extended spring training, is expected to join the rotation at Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday.

With Felipe Paulino completely lost on the mound, Hanson could soon be an option for the White Sox provided that he can show anything during his minor league stint. With his diminished velocity however, it's unlikely that he'd be a factor in fantasy leagues even if he were to return.

White Sox signed RHP Tommy Hanson to a minor league contract.

Hanson failed to secure a rotation spot with the Rangers during spring training and will now serve as rotation insurance for Chicago. The 27-year-old had a rough 5.42 ERA and 1.55 WHIP in 73 innings with the Angels last season. Unless his velocity somehow returns, we're not expecting much.

Rangers released RHP Tommy Hanson.

The Rangers are hurting for starting pitching at the moment, but Hanson failed to impress this spring by posting a 6.43 ERA and 11/5 K/BB ratio over 14 innings. With his stock at rock bottom, the 27-year-old will attempt to latch on elsewhere.

T.R. Sullivan of MLB.com reports that Tommy Hanson's status "remains in limbo," with the Rangers needing to decide by Wednesday whether they'll guarantee his contract.

Hanson inked a major league deal last month but the contract wasn't guaranteed, so the Rangers could cut him loose with minimal financial repercussions. That said, with the status of the club's banged-up rotation, Hanson could still make the team in spite of a 6.43 Cactus League ERA.

Tommy Hanson allowed seven runs over 5 2/3 innings in a loss to the Royals on Saturday.

Hanson had a 3.24 ERA and 1.08 WHIP coming into the game but left with a 6.43 ERA after the shelling. He gave up seven hits and three walks, striking out five in the outing. With the Rangers short on starter options, Hanson may sneak into the back end of the team's rotation to start the season despite the poor outing.

Tommy Hanson allowed one run in four innings of work in the Rangers' 7-6 loss to the White Sox on Tuesday.

Hanson relieved Joe Saunders in the fourth inning. Both are looking to contribute out of the back of the Rangers' rotation. Hanson allowed the one run on two hits and a walk while striking out two. The right-hander has been solid through three Cactus League starts.

Tommy Hanson gave up two runs in three innings of work against the Rangers on Wednesday.

Hanson allowed five hits, including two doubles, but didn't issue a walk and struck out three. The right-hander is looking to bounce back as the fifth starter in the Rangers' rotation.

Tommy Hanson received a split-contract from the Rangers.

It was reported Tuesday that Hanson will receive a $2 million guarantee, but since he has an option remaining, he will only be paid at that rate for the time he spends in the majors. As of now, he's likely to be the Rangers' fifth starter.

Tommy Hanson will earn a $2 million salary if he makes the Rangers.

Hanson, who signed a minor league deal with Texas on Monday, would have a chance to make more with incentives. The 27-year-old has struggled dating back to around mid-2011, but he should have a good chance to claim the fifth spot in the starting rotation in the spring.

Rangers signed RHP Tommy Hanson to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Hanson will be battling for a spot in the Texas starting rotation this spring in camp. The right-hander struggled with forearm issues and the sudden death of his step-brother in 2013, and wound up posting a rough 5.42 ERA and 1.55 WHIP in 73 innings with the Angels. He's only 27 years old and will try to revitalize what once looked to be a promising pitching career.

FOX Sports' Jon Morosi reports that the Rangers are "making progress" toward a deal with Tommy Hanson.

It was Morosi who reported late Thursday that the two sides were talking, and it appears they're close to crossing the finish line. Hanson has dealt with shoulder and velocity issues in recent years, putting up a 5.42 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 56/30 K/BB ratio over 73 innings in 2013. However, he's worth a shot on a minor league contract.

FOX Sports' Jon Morosi reports that the Rangers are in talks with Tommy Hanson.

Hanson was non-tendered by the Angels in December after posting a 5.42 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 56/30 K/BB ratio over 73 innings in 2013. The right-hander hasn't been the same the last few years since losing his velocity, but he'll surely only require a minor league deal. The Rangers could use some rotation depth after Derek Holland's injury.

Angels non-tendered RHP Tommy Hanson.

The fact that it comes as no surprise is sad given how good Hanson was just a few years ago. The right-hander posted a 5.42 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 56/30 K/BB ratio over 73 innings for the Angels in 2013, making him not worth a raise from his $3.725 million salary. He should still get a chance to compete for a rotation spot somewhere.

Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register believes that Tommy Hanson will be non-tendered by the Angels.

The Halos had high hopes for Hanson when he was acquired from the Braves last offseason, but after a disappointing season in which he posted a 5.42 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 56/30 K/BB ratio over 73 innings, the 27-year-old simply wouldn't be worth the raise that he'd garner in arbitration, after earning $3.725 million in 2013.

Angels recalled RHP Tommy Hanson from Triple-A Salt Lake.

Hanson posted a 5.49 ERA over four starts for Salt Lake since his demotion last month. He'll likely be used in long relief down the stretch, though a spot start could be a possibility.

Tommy Hanson has coughed up 14 runs over 19 2/3 innings since he was demoted to Triple-A.

"He's had a couple outings there, still has some of the things that he's trying to work through that we saw up here," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "He'll pitch in the playoffs down there and see if he can take a step forward and we can see where he fits in on our club." Hanson went 4-3 with a 5.59 ERA earlier this season for the Angels. He's a non-tender candidate this winter.

Tommy Hanson fared well in his first start with Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday, allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits in his five innings of work.

Hanson walked one and struck out three in the game. Despite the solid performance, there is no timetable for a potential return to the Angels rotation. His next start will again come at the Triple-A level.

Angels optioned RHP Tommy Hanson to Triple-A Salt Lake.

With Jason Vargas slated to return from the DL Tuesday, the Angels have decided to not only boot Hanson from the rotation but to send him to the minors. There's no doubt that the offseason trade with the Braves hasn't worked out, as Hanson holds a 5.59 ERA and 1.58 WHIP over 13 starts.