Most free agents don't enter the open market until after the World Series concludes, but on Friday, a Cincinnati Reds pitcher got a head start.

Seven-year veteran reliever Ian Gibaut, who pitched 134 times for the Reds over the last four years, fell out of favor after two injury-plagued years and an ineffective return to action this year. He was sent to the injured list this season with a right shoulder impingement on June 30, and never returned to make another major league appearance.

After clearing waivers and being outrighted to Triple-A Louisville earlier this week, Gibaut's next step was somewhat inevitable. Now, it's official: He's no longer a member of the Reds organization.

On Friday, Gibaut elected minor-league free agency, according to the transactions log on his official ros

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