Wade Miley has opted out of his minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds, making him a free agent at age 38. The veteran left-hander is coming off Tommy John surgery and struggled in his rehab stint at Triple-A Louisville, recording a 8.84 ERA over seven starts. Reds manager Terry Francona expressed gratitude for the opportunity given to Miley to explore his options, citing fairness in allowing the pitcher to seek a starting role rather than relegating him to the bullpen.

In related news, infielder Jeimer Candelario is set to begin a minor league rehab assignment as he recovers from a lower-back injury. Candelario has had a challenging season with a .113 batting average and is looking to regain form after signing a significant contract during the offseason. Francona believes a controlled environment in Arizona will benefit Candelario's recovery.