Marlins released OF Aaron Rowand.

Rowand has looked terrible this spring, batting just .128 (6-for-47) with one extra-base hit and eight strikeouts, so this was an expected move. One wonders if the 34-year-old will call it a career at this point.

Marlins signed OF Aaron Rowand to a minor league contract.

It was first reported by FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal. Rowand, 34, batted .233/.274/.347 with four home runs, 21 RBI and a .621 OPS over 351 plate appearances this past season before being released by the Giants in September. He'll try to win a job as a reserve outfielder during spring training.

Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that Aaron Rowand's agents have talked to the White Sox about the outfielder returning to Chicago.

Rowand evidently is interested in returning to his old stomping grounds, as his agents already talked to the Phillies but were rebuffed. Rowand might very well be a fit as an extra outfielder with the Sox, but he might have to settle for a minor league deal.

Giants placed OF Aaron Rowand on release waivers.

The Giants found no interest from opposing teams after designating Rowand for assignment in late August. He batted just .233/.274/.347 in 108 games this season with San Francisco and could struggle to find a gig elsewhere when he becomes a free agent Monday.

FOX Sports' Jon Paul Morosi reports that the Giants are "not optimistic" about trading Aaron Rowand prior to September 1.

He would have to land somewhere before the end of Wednesday in order to be eligible for that team's postseason roster. It's no surprise, as Rowand is due what's left of his $13 million salary for this season, as well as another $12 million next year. He can still be a useful bench player and will likely be scooped up by someone after the Giants likely release him.

Giants designated OF Aaron Rowand for assignment.

Aaron Rowand returned to action on Thursday August 18.

Aaron Rowand (intercostal) is available Wednesday.

Rowand was held out of Tuesday's lineup due to a strained intercostal muscle and is not in the Giants' initial batting order Wednesday. But he can help off the bench.

Aaron Rowand is out of Tuesday's lineup against the Braves with a strained intercostal muscle.

If only we were kidding. Cody Ross will make the start in center field Tuesday night and bat leadoff against rookie right-hander Randall Delgado.

Aaron Rowand (arm) is in Thursday's lineup against the Twins.

Rowand was hit by a pitch on his arm during Wednesday's game, but X-rays came back negative. He'll bat leadoff and play center field Thursday against left-hander Brian Duensing.

X-rays came back negative on Aaron Rowand's arm.

Rowand was hit by a pitch in the second inning Wednesday, but didn't leave the game. He might not have to miss any time.

Aaron Rowand will get x-rays on his arm after getting hit by a Nick Blackburn pitch in the second inning of Wednesday's game.

Asked how he was doing, Rowand responded, "We'll find out." This month alone, he has dealt with hip and wrist issues. He stayed in the game and finished 0-for-4 with his first stolen base of the season.

Aaron Rowand returned to action on Wednesday June 15.

X-rays on Aaron Rowand's wrist did not reveal a fracture.

Rowand was hit in the wrist by a Mike Leake pitch in the sixth inning Saturday and was taken out for a defensive substitution in the seventh. The overpriced outfielder is listed as day to day.

Aaron Rowand returned to action on Tuesday May 31.

Aaron Rowand (hip) is available off the bench for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.

Rowand left Monday's game against the Cardinals with a right hip contusion. He's still dealing with some soreness, so the Giants will likely try to avoid using him if possible. Consider him day-to-day right now.

Aaron Rowand returned to action on Monday May 30.

Aaron Rowand left Monday's game against the Cardinals in the fifth inning with a right hip contusion.

Rowand was struck by a ball while diving back into second base during a pickoff attempt. He went 1-for-2 with a walk and a run scored before leaving the game. Cody Ross moved over to play left field while Nate Schierholtz entered the game to play right.

Aaron Rowand returned to action on Tuesday May 24.

Aaron Rowand (back) struck out as a pinch-hitter in Sunday's defeat of the Athletics.

Rowand was held out of the starting lineup due to lingering discomfort in his back. The Giants are off on Monday, so Rowand should be ready to start Tuesday.