His pro career appears to be coming to a close. Bourn has hit .248/.335/.350 across stops with Triple-A affiliates of the Angels and Orioles, and he no longer provides valuable outfield defense.

Bourn was released by the Orioles in late May, but given the Angels' precarious outfield situation, the two sides seemed like a fit. He'll head to Triple-A Salt Lake to start, but he could find his way to the majors to provide reinforcements if he shows any semblance of his former self at the plate with the Bees.

Bourn exercised his opt-out clause Tuesday, and given the .220 batting average he produced in 11 games with Triple-A Norfolk, it comes as no surprise that the team opted not to move him up to the big-league roster. The 34-year-old's experience could be a calling card in free agency, although his best days are certainly behind him.

The Orioles now have 24 hours to either send the veteran to the big leagues or to grant him his release from the team. As a roster formality, Bourn was sent down to Low-A Aberdeen to clear space on the Tides' roster, but more likely than not, he'll likely be heading into free agency. More information on this should be revealed in the next day or so.