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Wood made just five relief appearances last year with the Rangers before undergoing season-ending surgery on his right elbow in late June. The 28-year-old righty was a reliable fixture in the Rays’ bullpen a few years ago before injuries derailed his career. He’s a decent lottery ticket for the Twins and could provide a lift to their bullpen at some point this season, if healthy.

Wood underwent season-ending surgery on his right elbow in late June after making just five relief appearances with the Rangers this season. The 28-year-old righty could be a nice low-risk gamble for another organization this offseason.

Wood had already been on the 60-day injured list after injuring his elbow in late May. He is done for the season.

The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster for waiver claim Tyson Miller. Wood will now be sidelined at least until late July due to a mild ulnar collateral ligament sprain in his right elbow.

Wood left Saturday’s game with elbow tightness, and it’s not surprising to see that he’s heading to the injured list. He’ll be out at least a week, and Demarcus Evans will replace him in the bullpen.

Wood left in the top of the seventh with the injury, and was seen grimacing before talking with trainers. It’s very uncommon to see injuries like this not lead to a trip to the injured list, but more information on Wood’s status should be available before Sunday’s game against Houston.

Wood grimaced and left the contest after talking with a trainer. More information on this as it develops.

Wood was signed to a minor league contract with an invite to spring training in January. He has pitched pretty well in his MLB career -- albeit with a small sample -- as seen in a 3.32 ERA and 81/30 K/BB ratio in 86 2/3 innings in 66 appearances. Wood will likely operate in the middle innings for Texas while with the club.

Wood was designated for assignment by the Indians at the end of summer camp in late July and spent the rest of the year at Cleveland’s alternate training site. The 27-year-old right-hander holds a respectable 3.32 ERA and 81/30 K/BB ratio in 86 2/3 career innings (10 starts, 56 relief appearances) at the major league level.

Wood was removed from the 40-man roster to make room for a host of new additions for the Indians. The right-hander will likely report to alternate camp if he isn’t claimed by another club.