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Rangers put Hamilton on unconditional release waivers

ARLINGTON -- The Texas Rangers today announced the following roster moves:

--Outfielder Josh Hamilton has been activated from the 60-day disabled list and placed on unconditional release waivers.

--LHP Derek Holland has been activated from the 60-day disabled list and will start for the Rangers tonight in Cincinnati.

--RHP Shawn Tolleson has been recalled from Triple-A Round Rock and placed on the 60-day disabled list. That move will accommodate Holland on the 40-man roster.

--RHP Nick Martinez was optioned to Round Rock on Monday to accommodate Holland on the active roster.