Bucker has signed a minor league deal with the Brewers.

He'll report to Triple-A Nashville and assume the roster spot vacated by Kyle Heckathorn's placement on the disabled list.

Buckner was released by the Padres on Saturday, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Buckner fared reasonably well in his lone start for San Diego this season, allowing three runs on six hits in 5.2 innings against the Cubs back on May 24. However, it seems the club informed him he would not be brought back when rosters expand in September, and he is now free to seek an opportunity elsewhere. The 30-year-old right-hander owns a 6.02 ERA and 1.61 WHIP in 161.1 career innings at the major league level.

Padres sent RHP Billy Buckner outright to Triple-A El Paso.

Bucker has accepted the assignment. He'll represent minor league depth for the Padres.

Padres designated RHP Billy Buckner for assignment.

Buckner made a spot start Saturday and held his own, but the Padres didn't need the righty anymore. He has the option of electing free agency, assuming he clears waivers.

Billy Buckner gave up three runs in 5 2/3 innings to take a loss to the Cubs in his season debut Saturday.

It was the 24th career major league start for Buckner, who debuted with the Royals back in 2007. He might remain in the Padres rotation for now, but even with Petco supporting him, he doesn't rate as much of an NL-only pickup.

Padres purchased the contract of RHP Billy Buckner from Triple-A El Paso.

The 30-year-old right-hander will make his Padres debut on Saturday, starting against the Cubs. He had been pitching well for El Paso, registering a 3-2 record, 2.89 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 20/10 K/BB ratio over 28 innings. He should be avoided in mixed leagues.

Padres signed RHP Billy Buckner to a minor league contract.

Buckner wasn't in camp with a team this spring but kept his arm in shape. The 30-year-old pitched 17 1/3 innings for the Angels last season, posting a 4.67 ERA. He's merely organizational depth.

Billy Buckner has elected free agency.

Buckner was up-and-down between Triple-A and the majors with the Angels all year and didn't pitch well at either place. He'll get a minor league deal from someone, though.

Angels sent RHP Billy Buckner outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Buckner was designated for assignment by the Angels (for the third time this season) on Friday afternoon. The 29-year-old has a 6.07 career ERA in the major leagues.

Angels designated RHP Billy Buckner for assignment.

It's the third time Bucker has been DFA'd by the Angels this season. The 29-year-old will likely clear waivers and continue to serve as organizational depth.

Angels purchased the contract of RHP Billy Buckner from Triple-A Salt Lake.

He'll take the place of Collin Cowgill on the active roster. Buckner has a 4.67 ERA and 7/7 K/BB ratio over 17 1/3 innings with the Angels this season and will operate in middle relief.

Angels sent RHP Billy Buckner outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Buckner had been designated for assignment last week for the second time in the last two months. He'll go back into Salt Lake's rotation.

Angels designated RHP Billy Buckner for assignment.

The club is clearing room for the arrival of J.C. Gutierrez, who was claimed off waivers. It's the second time Buckner has been designated for assignment this season. He's likely to clear waivers again.

Billy Buckner lasted three innings, allowing three runs on seven hits in a no-decision against the Tigers on Wednesday.

Buckner was recalled when Jason Vargas went on the disabled list, and the right-hander was largely ineffective in his first start since being called up. He allowed two home runs among his seven hits, and he didn't strike out a batter in his three innings. With Vargas still sidelined for the foreseeable future the Angels will need an arm to continue making starts, but it remains to be seen whether Buckner will be the one to get another turn in the rotation after Wednesday's showing.

Angels purchased the contract of RHP Billy Buckner from Triple-A Salt Lake.

With Jason Vargas injured, Buckner will provide bullpen depth. The 29-year-old has a 4.50 ERA over 12 starts at the Triple-A level.

Angels sent RHP Billy Buckner outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Buckner cleared waivers after being designated for assignment on Sunday. He'll stick around as organizational depth.

Angels designated RHP Billy Buckner for assignment.

Buckner tossed five scoreless innings in a spot start Saturday, but the Halos no longer need him with Jered Weaver returning from the DL. He should clear waivers and stick around at Triple-A.

Billy Buckner was a pleasant surprise for the Angels on Saturday afternoon, as he fired five shutout frames against the Royals.

Buckner held his former team to just two hits, but walked three and only struck out two batters. Still, Angels manager Mike Scioscia has to be thrilled with the outing under the circumstances. Buckner entered Saturday's outing with a 6.25 ERA in the majors. Jered Weaver and Tommy Hanson are getting close to rejoining the Angels, so he's unlikely to get another start.

Billy Buckner will start Saturday against the Royals.

Buckner hasn't made an appearance since being called up from Triple-A Salt Lake last week, so he's well rested for the assignment. The 29-year-old has a 6.25 ERA in 21 starts and 15 relief appearances in the majors and can be avoided for fantasy purposes.

Angels purchased the contract of RHP Billy Buckner from Triple-A Salt Lake.

Barry Enright was designated for assignment in order to make room for him on the active roster. Buckner, 29, has a 4.56 ERA and 40/25 K/BB ratio in 47 1/3 innings over eight starts this season in Triple-A and will operate in middle relief.