The Yankees are reportedly close to trading for Johan Santana. The deal will definitely include Philip Hughes and Melky Cabrera, as expected, but a third player is still being determined. The Twins want Ian Kennedy along with those two, but there is no way New York does that. Other players rumored to be the third and final piece heading to Minnesota are pitching prospect Alan Horne or minor-league shortstop Alberto Gonzalez. Jose Tabata likely isn't going anywhere.
However, before the Twins make any trade with New York, they will consult with the Red Sox to see if they changed their minds on either Jacoby Ellsbury or Clay Buchholz. Boston has a deal on the table that is most likely centered around Jon Lester with Coco Crisp and prospects being sent Minnesota's way. However, the Twins either want Ellsbury instead of Crisp or Buchholz instead of Lester, something the Red Sox have not been willing to do.
All things considered, it looks like Santana is headed to the Bronx.
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