The 6’1” striker started his career at Swindon Town but sprung to prominence with Barnet, scoring 32 goals over two spells.
The 26-year-old forward still had a season left to run at Bootham Crescent on his three-year contract, but was deemed surplus to requirements by manager Jackie McNamara at the end of last term.
Hyde managed just 9 goals in fifty-six outings during an injury-ravaged career with City.