Canzler was assigned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. Canzler was in the mix to win a bench spot this spring, so he could be one of the first options called up if a spot opens up on the major league roster.

Canzler remains in the mix for a roster spot with the Phillies, the Philadelphia Daily News reports. Domonic Brown looks like he could be headed to the disabled list at the start of the season, which could leave the Phillies with an additional outfield spot open at least on a temporary basis. Canzler and Jeff Francoeur are the only right-handed options, assuming Darin Ruf does not get used in right field. Brian Bogusevic and Jordan Danks, both lefties, are also in the mix for a spot.

SOMETHINGWRONGWITHTHISLINK Canzler was released by the Yankees in June and signed by the Phillies to a minor league deal a week later. He appeared in 112 total Triple-A games last season, batting .276/.347/.474 with 58 RBI and 13 home runs. The 28-year-old has only 29 major league games under his belt, and he'll look to prove to Philadelphia in spring training that he's worth another look.

Phillies signed 1B/OF Russ Canzler to a minor league contract; assigned him to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Canzler was released by the Yankees a week ago after batting .263/.332/.389 with just two homers over 199 plate appearances at the Triple-A level. He's hit much better than that in the past, though, and isn't a bad depth guy to have around.

Yankees released 1B/OF Russ Canzler. Canzler was hitting an uninspiring .263/.332/.389 with just two homers over 199 plate appearances for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 28-year-old shouldn't have trouble catching on elsewhere quickly.

Russ Canzler was scratched from Friday's lineup due to hip stiffness. It's not clear how long the non-roster invitee might be sidelined. Rob Segedin took Canzler's spot at third base Friday.

Yankees signed UTIL Ruzz Canzler to a minor league contract. Canzler spent the entire 2013 season at the Triple-A level, where he hit .252/.343/.376 in 125 games. The 27-year-old has appeared in 29 major league games.

Pirates sent OF/1B Russ Canzler outright to Triple-A Indianapolis. Canzler was designated for assignment earlier this week following the Marlon Byrd/John Buck trade. Canzler is batting .253/.345/.379 with 12 homers at the Triple-A level this season and will stick around as organizational depth.

Pirates designated OF/1B Russ Canzler for assignment. The move was made in order to clear room on the 40-man roster for Marlon Byrd and John Buck. Canzler has hit .253/.345/.379 with 12 homers at the Triple-A level this season.

Pirates acquired OF/1B Russ Canzler from the Orioles in exchange for RHP Tim Alderson. Canzler, who had been designated for assignment last weekend, will likely be assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis. He's batted .276/.369/.430 with 11 home runs and 49 RBI at the Triple-A level this season.