Pablo Sandoval is back with the Giants, the team he broke into the major leagues with, after signing a minor league deal Saturday.

The 2012 World Series MVP walked into the Giants' clubhouse as if he'd never left, shaking hands with players and grabbing bullpen catcher and former teammate Eli Whiteside in a bear hug from behind.

Sandoval, 30, served as the designated hitter for Single-A San Jose later Saturday night, going 1-for-4 with an RBI single and walk. He will join Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday where he will split time between third base and DH.

Pablo Sandoval has agreed to sign with the San Francisco Giants.

The Boston Red Sox designated Sandoval for assignment last week.

The Mets say they wanted a reunion with Bartolo Colon, but he has opted for a new home.

The 44-year-old Colon agreed to terms Friday on a minor league deal with the Twins, who would be his 10th major league team over a 20-year career.

"You know he's been around a long time if I've faced him," Twins manager Paul Molitor joked, adding he vaguely remembers getting a hit off Colon in his final game in 1998.