Dodgers’ Jason Heyward Is a Free Agent

Veteran outfielder Jason Heyward officially became a free agent on Friday when the Los Angeles Dodgers released him after clearing waivers, according to his player transaction page.

His release came just a few days after his final at-bat in a Dodger uniform which resulted in a tiebreaking, pinch-hit three-run home run in the eighth inning of Tuesday night’s 6-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners.

Manager Dave Roberts told reporters on Friday the conversation he had with Heyward on Wednesday was one of the most difficult ones because the 35-year-old outfielder is among the most respected and well-liked players on the team.

“It was very challenging, probably one of the tougher things I’ve had to…