Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Day two: Things heating up early

Here are some early notes from Day Two at the Winter Meetings. Again, all are reports from different web sites and news agencies:

* Nothing new to report on a Jack Wilson trade.

* There could be a four-way trade involving the Cubs, Padres, Orioles and Phillies which eventually gets Jake Peavy to Chicago. The Cubs might have to eventually give up outfielder Felix Pie and pitcher Jason Marquis among others to make it happen.

* An ex-Pirates pitcher could be headed back to the N.L. Central. The Cardinals are reportedly very interested in Oliver Perez for a role in their starting rotation.

* A huge trade could be brewing that would send Jeff Francoeur from Atlanta to Kansas City for pitcher Zach Grienke. That deal would be great for both teams. The Braves would bolster their rotation and the Roylas would make yet another solid addition.

* Toronto, Cleveland and the L.A. Dodgers are kicking the tires on former Pirates pitcher Kris Benson.

* The Mets are very close to signing closer Francisco Rodriguez. The deal is reportedly for three years and around $37 million.

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