Hot Stove Update
Posted by Todd KaufmannMLB Baseball December 3rd, 2008Burnett to sign with Atlanta?
After the trade that sent Javier Vazquez to Atlanta for prospects, could the Atlanta Braves be putting together a 5-year offer for former Blue Jay right-hander A.J. Burnett?
According to Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News, they are doing just that. Most thought Burnett was going to wait to see what kind of deal C.C. Sabathia was signed to, but that may not be the case. Keep on eye on this one, it could be a big move to put the Braves right back in the mix in the NL East with the Mets and defending World Series Champion Phillies.
If they do end up signing Burnett as well as trading for Vazquez, it could mean that the Braves are no longer interested in trading for Padres’ right-hander Jake Peavy.
Boston signs Dustin Pedroia to six-year deal
The Boston Red Sox have come to terms with their young AL MVP, Dustin Pedroia, on a six-year deal worth a reported $40.5M which will include a club option for 2015.
Giants pursuing Renteria
The San Francisco Giants are hot on the heals of free-agent shortstop Edgar Renteria and, according to some reports, could land him by the end of the week. The Giants had high interest on former Dodgers’ shortstop Rafael Furcal, but according to his agent, Paul Kinzer, won’t sign a contract until the Winter Meetings next week and is apparently seeking a 4-year deal.
Twins, Dodgers after Casey Blake
Looks like the Dodgers and Twins could get into a bidding war for the services of former Indians’ outfielder Casey Blake. Blake’s agent, Jim McDowell, says they’re not far apart with either team but did say the Twins “were within shouting distance,” on the number of years and money.
Keep your eyes here throughout the off-season. As the deals and contracts are signed and as the rumors fly, I’ll try to pass them along.
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Comment by Andrew on December 3rd, 2008:
Todd,
Where do you think K-Rod will go? Mets?
How about Teixeira? I heard the Red Sox might be interested in signing him.
Comment by Kyle Eslick on December 3rd, 2008:
This is interesting. I actually live in the same town as Casey Blake (where he grew up and lives in the off season), so I am following his signing closely. We are hoping for the Twins, as it is close to home and seems like a good fit for him.
Looking forward to all future updates.
Comment by Todd Kaufmann on December 3rd, 2008:
Andrew…the Angels have to make a decision between Teixeira and KRod, I don’t believe they’ll sign both. If you’re asking me, they’re both amazing athletes and among the best at their respective positions. That being said, I think KRod is the obvious choice for the Angels, especially after the year he just had. How many games have been lost in the 9th inning by teams that don’t have a guy that can have that mindset (ex. Mariano Rivera, Trevor Hoffman)?
As far as the Red Sox interest in Teixiera, that brings up the question..what do they do with Kevin Youkilis?
Kyle, Casey is one of the more underrated outfielders in the free agent market. No, he’s not going to give you 30+ HR’s, but he’s not going to be a defensive liability either. He’s a great role player and I think the Twins need him a whole lot more than the Dodgers at this point.