One of the top prospects int he free agent market is starter Derek Lowe. The Phillies have expressed interest in Lowe. but Lowe is looking for that long term deal that the Phillies arent really interested in giving out.
Also, The Phils are also currently in the works for a 3 way trade with the Cubs and Padres. Reports had Philadelphia interested in Cubs outfielder/second baseman Mark DeRosa and the Padres excited about a group of Phillies prospects. The Cubs would inherit the remaining four guaranteed years at $63 million left on Peavy's contract, but to do so, they also want to deal right-hander Jason Marquis, who's owned $9.9 million in 2009.
Its always about pitching, I know that. but i would love it if the Phillies got DeRosa. He might be needed if Utley is slow returning from hip surgery, and he can also platoon in the outfield after Burrell leaves, which he all but certain to do. \
On the other hand, the World Champions cant hope to make it back to the WS without starting pitching, and currently they are in a stand still with the ageless wonder Jamie Moyer...who seems to think hes worth about 7 mil a year for the next 3. Furthermore when asked about the Mets signing of K-Rod the Phillies new GM Ruban Amaro Jr said that they wont be making reactionary trades or signings based on that move.
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