Cozart (shoulder) was released by the Giants on Wednesday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Cozart (shoulder) was designated for assignment by the Giants on Monday.

Cozart (shoulder) was traded from the Angels to the Giants along with along with Will Wilson in exchange for a player to be named later or cash Tuesday.

Cozart (shoulder) is ready to begin a hitting progression, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.