Jim Souhan (Star Tribune) via Twitter reports the Minnesota Twins agreed to a minor-league deal with pitcher Brad Hennessey.

Souhan mentions that Hennessey is not considered a possible Nathan replacement.

JoeChristensen (Star Tribune) via Twitter confirms the signing and adds that Hennessey does not have a invite to Spring Training.

Minnesota Sports Zone’s Take:

Hennessey, 30, is a former 1st-round pick that never lived up to expectations (4.69 career ERA) in the major leagues.  His only good season, coincidentally, was during his 2007 season as the team’s part-time closer.

In 2007, he posted a 3.42 ERA with 19 saves and 13 holds.  He did some relief and starts in his other four seasons with the San Francisco Giants.

Tags: Brad Hennessey, Joe Nathan