Gordon to test

Tom Gordon was a member of the Appleton Foxes in 1988. He was with the Philadelphia Phillies this season, but his season ended in July. Now, he will test the free agent market.

A day after riding in a parade, reliever Tom Gordon filed free agency, the first of four eligible Phillies players to file.

Gordon, 40, was told by the team Friday that his $4.5 million wasn't being picked up, and he received a $1 million buyout.

The righty's third season as a reliever ended in July due to inflammation in his right elbow that eventually required surgery, a procedure he had in October.

He remained hopeful of pitching in 2009, and said he'd like to return to Philadelphia, albeit at a reduced rate.