Brandon Phillips has signed with the Lexington Legends of the independent Atlantic League.

Phillips said he intends to play in MLB this season, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

Phillips has begun working out at first base, Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald reports. "We're going to see how versatile we can make this guy," manager Alex Cora said.

Phillips went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer, two walks and an additional two runs scored in Wednesday's win over the Braves.