Monday, December 08, 2008

Peavy may stay; Mets looking all over for CL

  • Padres' GM Kevin Towers has told Joel Sherman of the New York Post that if he cannot reach a deal with the Cubs for Jake Peavy by next Monday, Peavy will start the season in San Diego.
  • The Yankees met with CC Sabathia today, and according to ESPN's Buster Olney, the meeting went great.
  • Despite rumors that suggest otherwise, Dodgers' GM Ned Colletti says that the Yankees and Los Angeles have not rekindled talks about a possible Robinson Cano for Matt Kemp trade.
  • The Mets are examining all options for the closer spot. They have reportedly offered Francisco Rodriguez a three-year deal, and they also plan on meeting with Brian Fuentes and Trevor Hoffman today. There have also been some reports of New York talking to Toronto about B.J. Ryan; others say that the Mets would not be opposed to attempting to trade for Seattle's J.J. Putz. Two more names that have been thrown around are Kerry Wood and Huston Street. GM Omar Minaya actually approached the Rockies about Street, but then changed his mind. It seems like the Mets are very wary of Rodriguez for some reason, whether it be the type of contract he is looking for or his decrease in velocity this past year.
  • Minnesota appears to be shopping Delmon Young, and the Phillies are reportedly interested. There was talk that the Rays could get involved, but ESPN's Jayson Stark is hearing that Tampa Bay would never take back Young. Also, the Rays willing to trade Jason Bartlett in the right deal.
  • The Marlins have gotten inquiries about Dan Uggla, Jorge Cantu, and Jeremy Hermida. Uggla will not be moved unless someone blows them away with an offer, and it will take a lot to pry Cantu away. The general feeling is that the same goes for Hermida. The Cubs have asked about Hermida, but Florida was asking for much more than Chicago was willing to give up. The Marlins want major-league ready talent in return. The Fish were also said to be interested in Ronny Paulino.
  • The Cubs are not only looking at Hermida for outfield help, but also have their sights set on Adam Dunn, Raul Ibanez, and Milton Bradley.
  • St. Louis is very interested in A.J. Burnett.
  • The Astros are willing to deal Miguel Tejada if the price is right. Ken Rosenthal names the Twins, Dodgers, Giants, and Angels as possible suitors. I could see the White Sox making a run at him, as well.
  • Detroit has been busy, first trading for Texas catcher Gerald Laird and then signing shortstop Adam Everett. The Tigers are also searching for a closer. Kerry Wood and J.J. Putz have been mentioned as possibilities. Maybe B.J. Ryan, as well?
  • The Indians want Brian Fuentes.
  • Huston Street is certainly on the market, with the Mets already inquiring. Colorado would also like to move Willy Taveras. As far as players the Rockies are interested in, Eddie Guardado, Alan Embree, Ron Villone, and Glendon Rusch have been discussed. Obviously, they are looking for relief help. Arthur Rhodes is another possibility, but the pricetag on Joe Beimel is probably too high.

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