Giants slugger Bonds had a 2005 to forget

Bonds, 41, who endured an injury-hit 2005 and was also linked to the Balco drugs scandal, had initially made himself available for the tournament.

"In the end I decided that I can't take any chances that might jeopardise my season," said the San Francisco star.

Bonds could move into second place on the career home runs list this year. He played only 14 times last season.