As mentioned earlier, Devern Hansack was placed on unconditional release waivers today to make room on the 40-man roster for first baseman/oufielder Jeff Bailey. While the move might at first blush seem like a rough one for Hansack, who dislocated his shoulder last week, it appears that the outcome could actually be a good one for the pitcher (the dislocated shoulder notwithstanding).

The Sox have offered Hansack a minor-league deal so that he can rehab with the organization in Fort Myers following surgery. The 31-year-old has indicated to the club that he will accept that offer once he clears waivers on Friday. His pay will actually improve, since he will receive termination pay for his full minor-league salary, and he will also get the additional money of a new minor-league deal.

According to this plan, Hansack will receive a bit of a bump in salary while putting himself in the best possible position to return to health in hopes of resuming his pitching career.