Twins signed LHP Luke French to a minor league contract. It's not clear whether he'll get an invite to spring training. French spent all of 2011 at Triple-A in the Mariners organization, posting an ugly 6.27 ERA over 26 starts. The 26-year-old will give the club some starter depth in the minors.

Mariners sent LHP Luke French outright to Triple-A Tacoma. French successfully cleared waivers after being designated for assignment over the weekend. The 25-year-old left-hander has a 6.12 ERA and 67/55 K/BB ratio over 23 starts at the Triple-A level this season.

Mariners designated LHP Luke French for assignment. French has posted a disappointing 6.12 ERA and 67/55 K/BB ratio in 23 starts at the Triple-A level this season. The 25-year-old should pass easily through waivers.

LHP Luke French is a candidate to take Erik Bedard's place in the Mariners rotation. As is RHP Blake Beavan. French has been dreadful for Triple-A Tacoma this season, posting a 6.25 and 1.73 WHIP through his first 15 starts and 85 innings.