- Heyman says the Rangers "are considering a pursuit" of Manny Ramirez, noting that Jon Daniels isn't currently pursuing him but didn't rule it out. Heyman still considers the Dodgers and Giants the top suitors. El Lefty Malo doesn't seem him landing with San Francisco.
- The Rangers maintain interest in Ben Sheets and are also considering bringing Eric Gagne back. T.R. Sullivan also mentions Tim Redding, Chad Cordero, Jason Isringhausen, and Eddie Guardado.
- The Rangers have received inquiries on Vicente Padilla (Braves) and Michael Young. Young has been loosely linked to the Twins, Mets, Angels, Dodgers, and Royals. Sullivan names Hank Blalock and Kevin Millwood as other trade candidates.
Well, I wouldn't take calls regarding Michael Young. A trade involving Young is just not allowed. I would not be upset about loosing Hank Blalock if the package is right. And the same goes for Millwood, Padilla, and generally any other Ranger (again with exceptions going to Ian Kinsler and Josh Hamilton). And prime prospects do have to be protected, such as Smoak and Feliz.
In other news, According to ESPN Radio's Bruce Levine, the Cubs signed Milton Bradley to a three-year, $30MM contract "with some options in the deal." Bradley, 31 in April, had a monster .321/.436/.563 line this year for the Rangers, but he spent only 165 innings in the field. This is the first multiyear deal of his career. If he stays healthy, the switch-hitter will give the Cubs balance in the middle of their order.
I think it should be noted that the Rangers have not signed anyone to a Major League contract. Milton Bradley is a B type free agent, so the Rangers will receive a compensation pick.
I think MLB should get a salary cap. That will stop the Yankees from spending 1/2 a BILLION dollars on three players. That is just my thought on the matter. It's getting out of hand.
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