- Sources indicate that the RI Colts are in negotiations with the Smelly Spics to acquire OF Vernon Wells. The rumored asking price is OF Coco Crisp and cash considerations. One imagines this trade wouldn't go over well with the Smelly Spic fan base. Pundits question the interest in Crisp, who has a decent chance to be traded, but as of now isnt assured of a starting job. Wells is due 13.5M a year through 2014, while Crisp is signed through 08 at 9M.
- StS has made strong efforts recently to bulk up his middle infield as well as insure against a Brian Roberts trade to the Cubs. One known target is Asdrubal Cabrera, who could provide a long term solution for StS. Cabrera was not previously made available in trade talks and the price would likely be high.
- The Ambulance Chasers have been busy trying to solve their own infield vacancy at the hot corner. Its is believed the champs are targeting players such as Kevin Youkilis, Hank Blalock, Adrian Beltre and Melvin Mora. It is unknown what the current state of talks are and sources have characterized the pursuit so far as "due dilligence" and "kicking the tires." Recently it has been rumored that All Star closer Joe Nathan might be available for the right package for a third base solution.
- The #3 overall draft pick/Wieters for Wade Davis rumors wont die.
- Sweeney has made overtures that indicate he might be willing to trade Todd Jones, a necessary move predicted by many due to his financial constraints. In lieu of that, one wonders if one of his star position players might become available at some point.
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