The Twins signed Ford to a minor-league contract Thursday that includes an invitation to spring training, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.
Ford signed a contract with Japan's Yokohama DeNA Baystars on Thursday.
Ford didn't accept his assignment to Triple-A Louisville and will become a free agent, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
The Reds designated Ford for assignment Wednesday.
Ford is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers.
Ford is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Dodgers.
Ford went 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI in Monday's 6-5 loss to Arizona.
The Reds re-signed Ford to a one-year contract Wednesday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.
The Reds released Ford from his minor-league contract Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Ford has triggered the opt-out clause in his minor-league contract with the Reds, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.