Blue Jays signed RHP Luis Ayala to a minor league contract.

Ayala briefly returned to pitch in his native Mexico after opting out of his minor league deal with the Orioles, but he's now caught on with another organization. The 36-year-old reliever could get a shot in the Jays' bullpen at some point this season.

Luis Ayala will pitch in the Mexican League.

Ayala opted out of his minor league contract with the Orioles on May 31 to return to his native Mexico. The 36-year-old righty is probably done as a major leaguer.

According to Chris Cotillo of MLB Daily Dish, Luis Ayala has decided to opt out of his minor league contract with the Orioles.

Ayala allowed three runs on 11 hits and two walks over 5 1/3 innings in Triple-A, which wasn't enough to convince the Orioles to call him up. He'll look for an opportunity elsewhere.

Luis Ayala (neck) has made five appearances in extended spring training games.

Ayala has been on Triple-A Norfolk's disabled list all season due to neck stiffness. While it appears he's healthy now, the Orioles don't appear eager to call him up anytime soon.

Orioles reassigned RHP Luis Ayala to minor league camp.

Ayala has agreed to join the Triple-A bullpen rather than opt out of his contract. He should be back in the majors soon enough.

Orioles signed RHP Luis Ayala to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Ayala didn't stay on the street long after being cut from the Nationals on Wednesday. His new contract includes more than one opt-out date. The 36-year-old right-hander owns a sparkling 2.58 ERA in 164 innings since the beginning of the 2011 season. His diminishing arsenal isn't likely to oblige with a number as shiny ever again, but Ayala has proven the naked eye wrong before.

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that the Orioles have agreed to terms with free agent Luis Ayala.

Ayala quickly found a new home after being cut from the Nationals on Wednesday. He might not have enough time in Orioles camp to secure an Opening Day bullpen job, but the 36-year-old should find his way to Baltimore eventually. The right-hander owns a sparkling 2.58 ERA in 164 innings since the beginning of the 2011 season.

According to CBS Sports' Jon Heyman, the Orioles are close to signing reliever Luis Ayala.

Ayala was granted his release by the Nationals on Wednesday so that he could pursue a better opportunity for a big-league bullpen job. He has a 2.58 ERA in 164 innings since the start of the 2011 season, but the right-hander turned 36 years old in January.

Nationals released RHP Luis Ayala.

Ayala signed a minor league contract in February. The veteran reliever, relying on an ever-diminishing arsenal, collected a spiffy 2.90 ERA for the Braves last season and boasts a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three years. He'll have another chance if he wants it.

Nationals signed RHP Luis Ayala to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

It's surprising that Ayala had to settle for a minor league deal, but it doesn't really matter since he's a shoo-in to crack the Opening Day roster. The veteran reliever put up a 2.90 ERA for the Braves last season and boasts a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three years.

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Nationals are nearing a deal with Luis Ayala.

The veteran reliever will get a big league contract after posting a 2.90 ERA for the Braves last season. Ayala, who boasts a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three years, should do fine in a middle relief role with the Nationals.

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Tigers, Indians, and Mariners are amongst the teams expressing interest in free agent reliever Luis Ayala.

Ayala collected a 2.90 ERA for the Braves last season, and has posted a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three years. Ayala must have a good agent, because at one time or another this winter, according to media reports, every team from the Red Sox, Rays, Dodgers, Giants, Braves, Orioles and Phillies, in addition to those reported above, has been interested.

Tim Dierkes of MLBTradeRumors.com reports that the Tigers, Indians, and Orioles are among the teams that have expressed interest in Luis Ayala.

Dierkes says Ayala "has received strong interest overall" and is looking for a major league deal. He should have no trouble getting one after putting up a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three seasons.

Chris Cotillo of MLBDailyDish.com reports that 12 teams have expressed interest in Luis Ayala.

Cotillo lists the Red Sox, Rays, Dodgers, Giants, Braves, Orioles and Phillies among the interested clubs. Ayala will have no trouble netting a major league deal after posting a 2.58 ERA across 157 appearances over the last three seasons.

Chris Cotillo of MLB Daily Dish reports that the Rays and Red Sox have expressed interested in free agent right-hander Luis Ayala.

The Orioles, Dodgers, Giants, Phillies and Braves have also expressed interest this offseason. The 35-year-old struggled a bit last season, posting a 3.27 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 22/13 K/BB ratio over 33 innings. He should have no problem securing a one-year major league deal.

Chris Cotillo of MLBDailyDish.com reports that the Orioles, Braves, Phillies, Royals, Giants and Dodgers have inquired on Luis Ayala.

Ayala has posted a nice 2.58 ERA over the last three seasons while playing for three different teams. He finished last season with the Braves, and they're evidently interested in bringing him back. The 35-year-old seems likely to get a one-year deal.

Braves activated RHP Luis Ayala from the 15-day disabled list.

Ayala has been on the disabled list since late April due to high blood pressure brought on by anxiety. He'll return to a middle relief role.

Luis Ayala has been cleared to begin a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett.

Ayala has been on the disabled list since late April due to high blood pressure brought on by anxiety. He's going to take it slowly in the minor leagues but could become a relief option for the Braves by the end of June.

Braves placed RHP Luis Ayala on the 15-day disabled list with anxiety disorder.

Obviously it's impossible to predict how much time Ayala might miss. David Carpenter has been recalled to take his spot in the bullpen.

Braves acquired RHP Luis Ayala from the Orioles for LHP Chris Jones.

The Orioles were reportedly shopping Ayala during spring training as they were trying to find a way to clear a roster spot for Rule 5 pick T.J. McFarland, so they have finally found a suitor. Ayala, 35, posted a 2.64 ERA and 51/15 K/BB ratio over 75 innings last season and should provide some depth for a bullpen which is missing set-up man Jonny Venters. He's making $1 million in 2013.