Jose Contreras has been informed that he will not make the Rangers' Opening Day roster.

Contreras, a non-roster invitee, allowed seven runs on 13 hits over six innings this spring. The veteran right-hander is weighing his options, including the possibility of retirement.

Jose Contreras held the Padres scoreless over three innings in Thursday's 8-4 win.

Contreras, 42, is one of a handful of non-roster invitee pitchers vying for a spot on the Rangers' 25-man roster. The veteran right-hander hasn't had a full, healthy, and productive season since 2010 with the Phillies. The Rangers' bullpen is crowded as it is, so it seems unlikely Contreras will travel east with the club at the end of spring.

Rangers signed RHP Jose Contreras to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Contreras, 42, made seven appearances with the Pirates this past season before being released in July and pitched at the Triple-A level with the Red Sox before opting out of his contract in August. He's not ready to call it a career year yet, but he'll need a big spring to win a bullpen spot.

Red Sox released RHP Jose Contreras.

Contreras exercised his opt-out clause when it became apparent that he wasn't going to be called up. The 41-year-old posted a 6.52 ERA over 9 2/3 innings for Triple-A Pawtucket, though he did have 15 strikeouts. It's not clear if he'll look to catch on elsewhere or just call it quits for the rest of the season.

Red Sox signed RHP Jose Contreras to a minor league contract.

Contreras allowed seven earned runs in seven innings with the Pirates but posted a 0.93 ERA over 16 appearances at the Triple-A level. He's merely a depth addition.

Pirates released RHP Jose Contreras.

It's the second time Contreras has been released by the Pirates this season. He had a 0.93 ERA over 16 appearances at the Triple-A level and will look to continue his career with another organization.

Pirates re-signed RHP Jose Contreras to a minor league contract.

Contreras was released by the Pirates last week, but it didn't take the two sides very long to hammer out a new agreement. The veteran right-hander will report to Triple-A Indianapolis and could be an option for the major league bullpen again soon.

Pirates general manager Neal Huntington said he hopes to re-sign Jose Contreras.

It appears that the Pirates released him last week in order to avoid paying him a major league salary while he was on the DL. Huntington still thinks Contreras has the potential to help out the bullpen, though, so he could be re-signed soon and work his way up through the minors.

Pirates released RHP Jose Contreras.

Contreras has a 9.00 ERA in seven appearances with the Pirates this season before going on the DL with a back injury. It could be the end of the line for the 41-year-old.

Jose Contreras (back) could begin a rehab assignment next week.

Contreras, on the disabled list since May 28, has resumed a throwing program and could be close to making his return. The veteran right-hander has a 9.00 ERA in seven appearances with the Pirates this season.

Pirates placed RHP Jose Contreras on the 15-day disabled list with lower back inflammation.

Contreras has allowed seven hits, six walks and five earned runs in five innings of relief this season for the Bucs. The severity of his back injury is unknown.

Pirates activated RHP Jose Contreras from the bereavement list.

Contreras has been away from the team since Friday. The veteran right-hander returns to a 4.50 ERA and 4/1 K/BB ratio over four innings this season.

Pirates placed RHP Jose Contreras on the bereavement list.

Contreras is permitted to stay on the bereavement list for a minimum of three days and a maximum of seven. The Pirates have called up Jared Hughes to replace him on the active roster.

Pirates purchased the contract of RHP Jose Contreras from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Working his way back from Tommy John surgery, Contreras posted a 3.86 ERA and 8/1 K/BB ratio over seven frames in the minors. He'll work in middle relief.

Jose Contreras (elbow) is on track to join the Pirates on May 3.

Contreras, who is currently working his way back from Tommy John surgery, is set to pitch for Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday and Monday. He'll then rest for two days before joining the Pirates' active roster.

Jose Contreras (elbow) has been sent to Triple-A Indianapolis to begin a rehab assignment.

Contreras has come along as expected in his rehab from Tommy John surgery. He could be an option to join the Pirates' bullpen sometime in May.

Jose Contreras (elbow) will throw two innings in an extended spring training game on Wednesday.

It will be his first game action since undergoing Tommy John surgery. The Pirates are hoping Contreras will be an option to join their bullpen sometime during the first half.

Jose Contreras (elbow) threw a successful 21-pitch simulated game on Wednesday.

"Great, no problems," the veteran right-hander said. Contreras is recovering from Tommy John surgery and it's not clear when he might be ready to contribute for the Pirates.

Jose Contreras (elbow) says he's already thrown three bullpen sessions prior to signing with the Pirates.

Contreras is working his way back from elbow surgery and will be rehabbing during major league spring training. The Pirates are hoping he'll be ready to contribute for the early part of the 2013 season.

Pirates signed RHP Jose Contreras to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Contreras appeared in just 17 games for the Phillies in 2012, posting an ugly 5.27 ERA. The 41-year-old right-hander is recovering from multiple elbow injuries and might not be ready for the start of the 2013 season.