The Dodgers have reassigned right-hander Eric Gagne to minor league camp on Monday morning.
The move all but eliminates the former Cy Young Award-winning closer from consideration for the Opening Day roster.
"He said he knew coming in he had a long way to go," manager Joe Torre said. "We're still looking [at him]. But we have to start lengthening some guys out, and he understands that part of the scenario. He still has some fire in his belly."
Dodgers Send Gagne To Minors Camp