Elbert was reassigned to minor league camp Wednesday, the Union-Tribune reports. Elbert was a non-roster invitee this spring, but he struggled over six appearances this spring, allowing six runs, six hits, and six walks. By reassigning Elbert, Alex Torres and Frank Garces are the remaining left-handed relievers on the Padres' 40-man roster.

Elbert elected elected to become a free agent Monday. The Dodgers outrighted Elbert, and he opted to pursue a more stable role with another franchise. The 29-year-old lefty reliever posted sub-3.00 ERAs in each of his last three stints in the big leagues, and should be able to catch on somewhere.

Elbert had his contract purchased by the Dodgers on Friday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports. Elbert will be added to the bullpen mix, but we certainly won't see him in high-leverage situations any time soon. Elbert last pitched in a big league game in 2012 and has since undergone Tommy John surgery plus another two elbow procedures.

Dodgers activated LHP Scott Elbert from the 60-day disabled list; designated him for assignment. Elbert's career has been sabotaged by injuries, as he's had three elbow surgeries since his last big league appearance in 2012 and also missed a year in the minors due to shoulder surgery. The lefty has posted a 4.26 ERA over 15 rehab appearances while working his way back from his latest operation, and the Dodgers have apparently decided just to cut bait. He's 28 and throws left-handed, so someone will give him a shot.

Scott Elbert (elbow) has had his minor league rehab assignment at High-A Rancho Cucamonga shut down for the next week due to soreness in a toe on his left foot. Elbert is currently working his way back from Tommy John surgery. With this setback, he won't be an option to rejoin the Dodgers bullpen until after the All-Star break.

Scott Elbert threw a perfect inning at High-A Rancho Cucamonga Saturday. It was Elbert's second rehab assignment and it was excellent. He threw a perfect inning, including two strikeouts.

Scott Elbert (appendectomy, elbow) threw off a bullpen mound Saturday at Dodger Stadium. Elbert is making slow but steady progress in his recovery from Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery and a January 28 appendectomy. He is on the 60-day disabled list and there is no timetable for his return.

Scott Elbert (appendectomy, elbow) threw off a mound Friday. It's the first time he's done so since undergoing an appendectomy on January 28. Elbert is on the 60-day disabled list, but that's because he's recovering from Tommy John surgery. He's expected to be out until midseason.

Scott Elbert revealed Sunday that he had an appendectomy last month. Elbert was placed on the 60-day DL Saturday as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery. He won't throw for a bit while he recovers from the appendectomy, so it's possible this will delay his rehab a bit. Regardless, the Dodgers aren't counting on seeing him until the second half of the season.

Dodgers placed LHP Scott Elbert on the 60-day disabled list. The move was made to make room for newly signed Paul Maholm on the 40-man roster. Elbert is still recovering from Tommy John surgery last June, so the designation does nothing to his timetable. Last month Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti said he believes Elbert could be ready to return as soon as July.