Brandon Webb is retiring from baseball.

Webb drew a bit of interest this winter from teams like the Mets, Phillies, Marlins and Nationals but he was never offered a contract. The sinkerballing right-hander won the National League Cy Young Award in 2006 with the Diamondbacks and also enjoyed exceptional output in 2007 and 2008, but he eventually developed chronic shoulder issues and was never able to fully recover. The 33-year-old will retire with a 3.27 career ERA.

ESPN's Jerry Crasnick lists the Mets, Phillies, Marlins and Nationals among the teams keeping tabs on free agent right-hander Brandon Webb.

The Rockies and Twins have been mentioned most frequently until now. Webb hasn't pitched in the majors since Opening Day of the 2009 season due to nagging shoulder issues, but he's trying another comeback attempt. Now 33 years old, he'll almost certainly have to settle for a minor league contract.

The Denver Post's Troy Renck reports that the Rockies "remain interested" in Brandon Webb.

Renck also adds that Webb is "moving closer to setting a date to throw for teams." The former Cy Young winner hasn't pitched in the majors since Opening Day of 2009 due to shoulder issues but evidently thinks he's healthy enough to give it another shot. He'll have to settle for an incentive-laden, non-guaranteed deal.

Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports that the Rockies have shown interest in free agent hurlers Brandon Webb and Jeff Karstens.

The 33-year-old Webb has been derailed by shoulder injuries and hasn't pitched in the big leagues since Opening Day of 2009. Karstens turned in a solid 3.97 ERA and 1.15 WHIP in 15 starts for the Pirates in 2012. They're each the type of low-risk signings that the pitching-starved Rockies should absolutely consider.

The Twins will be among the teams at free agent pitcher Brandon Webb's throwing session next month.

Webb hasn't pitched in the majors since Opening Day of 2009, but stated publicly in September that he's hoping to return. The Twins have maintained interest in him this offseason, though the odds are certainly long against him making a comeback. If Webb proves he's finally healthy, he could appeal to teams on a spring training invite.

Brandon Webb (shoulder) is hoping to return to the majors this season.

Webb hasn't pitched since Opening Day of the 2009 season but stated publicly in September that he hasn't retired. The Twins recently checked in on him, though they were likely just doing their due diligence. Webb has a history of shoulder problems and will have to prove he's finally healthy before any team takes a chance on him. He may have to settle for a non-guaranteed contract.

According to Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN, the Twins have inquired on the availability of Brandon Webb.

Webb stated publicly in September through a webchat on MLB.com that he hasn't retired. He hasn't pitched in the majors since Opening Day of the 2009 season due to persistent shoulder problems, so the odds are certainly long against him making a comeback. With the Twins current woes in the rotation however, they're doing the right thing by exploring any available options.

Brandon Webb said in a webchat through MLB.com on Thursday that he hasn't retired.

"I haven't retired yet," said Webb, who underwent rotator cuff surgery last August. "But, I did stop throwing a couple months ago, so I don't know. I may pick up a ball this winter just to see where I'm at and go from there, but nothing as of right now. I'm just kind of hanging out. Nothing finalized yet." Webb is 33 years old and hasn't pitched in the majors since Opening Day of the 2009 season due to persistent shoulder problems, so the odds are against him.

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that Brandon Webb continues to work out in hopes of latching on with a team at some point.

Webb's agent has been talking up how good his client looks, but he's yet to audition for anyone and obviously no one is beating down the door to sign him. The former Cy Young winner has made one appearance in the majors over the last three years due to shoulder woes, but he's not ready to call it a career.

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports that the Red Sox have "no plans" to watch Brandon Webb at his workout, whenever that may be.

Webb has been throwing on flat ground and is reportedly "free and easy and pain free." He's expected to throw off a mound for scouts of interested teams before long, but it sounds like the Red Sox won't be among those in attendance. The former Cy Young winner has made one appearance in the majors over the last three years due to shoulder woes, but he hasn't given up on a comeback.

Brandon Webb has begun throwing on flat ground.

Webb's agent told ESPN's Buster Olney that the veteran right-hander's recent throwing sessions have been "free and easy and pain free." Webb is expected to throw for scouts from interested teams at some point soon and will be looking to land an invitation to a major league camp. The 32-year-old former Cy Young Award winner hasn't appeared in a big league game since 2009.

Brandon Webb hasn't given up on returning to MLB.

Webb hasn't appeared in a major league game since 2009, and underwent rotator cuff surgery in August. But the 32-year-old right-hander is expected to work out for teams in March and could draw some interest on a non-guaranteed minor league contract.

Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com reports that Brandon Webb (shoulder) began a throwing program in late December and his agent, Jonathan Maurer, said his client's arm feels "strong and loose.''

Webb, who hasn't appeared in a MLB game the last two seasons and appeared in just one in 2009, underwent rotator cuff surgery in August. Someone will likely be willing to offer him a minor league deal, but the odds of the former Cy Young winner ever being an impactful player again are slim.

Brandon Webb underwent rotator cuff surgery Wednesday.

There's been some confusion as to whether Webb had a full repair of his rotator cuff or had a less invasive procedure. Either way, the former Cy Young winner's career is in jeopardy. He'll begin his rehab work in six weeks.

ESPN's Buster Olney reports that Brandon Webb underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder Friday.

It was suspected that he'd undergo rotator cuff surgery, but it turns out, as Olney said, that he just needs to have the "delaminated part of his rotator cuff sewn together with a PRP injection." We would assume that means his recovery period would be drastically reduced, but he's still no safe bet to ever throw another pitch in a major league game.

Brandon Webb will have rotator cuff surgery on August 1.

The surgery was deemed necessary after Webb experienced yet another setback with his shoulder earlier this month. He was already doubtful to make it to the majors this season, but now it's highly likely he'll never make it back at all.

Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram writes that Brandon Webb is likely done for the season.

The Rangers said Wednesday that Webb is currently considering his options, one of which includes rotator cuff surgery. The 32-year-old right-hander hasn't pitched in the major leagues since Opening Day of the 2009 season and after numerous failed rehab attempts, it's now very possible he won't ever make it back.

Brandon Webb is scheduled to undergo an MRI Tuesday on his troublesome right shoulder.

Webb had yet another setback last week while on a minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Round Rock and the Rangers want to know if there is any structural damage in the surgically-repaired shoulder. The 32-year-old will not be returning to the major leagues anytime soon.

Brandon Webb (shoulder) admits that he's not sure he'll pitch for the Rangers this season after his latest setback.

Webb was scratched from a rehab start for Triple-A Round Rock Friday after feeling discomfort while warming up in the bullpen before the game. He was examined by Dr. Keith Meister Saturday, though it's not clear what the result of that exam was or when Webb might return to the mound. "It hurts, so I shut it down," Webb said. "It takes all my velocity, all my life, it takes everything away when it feels like that." The righty also hinted that if he doesn't make it back this season, he might decide to retire. "How many times can you do it?" Webb said. "Who knows? I have no idea."

Brandon Webb will visit Dr. Meister on Saturday for a checkup on his sore right shoulder.

Webb was scratched from his rehab outing at Triple-A Round Rock on Friday with renewed shoulder issues. He hasn't pitched in the big leagues since Opening Day of 2009 and isn't anywhere close to returning.