Numerous reports say the Phillies are getting more aggressive in their attempts to deal outfielder Jayson Werth. The Phillies have been informed by the Yankees, Red Sox and Rays that they will be interested in Werth. Phillies are open to a deal, since the 31-year-old Werth is a free agent at the end of the season, and the team has made little progress in their efforts to extend his contract.
It will be every interesting to see who makes a run at him. The Sox could use an outfielder, since lord known when Ellsbury will be back and Mike Cameron has been a complete bust (plus who knows how much JD will play). Yet, the Sox aren't the only one who could use Werth services. The Yankees got word that Nick Johnson has yet another setback, so they could be in the market for someone to fill in the DH role, and the Rays have been dealing with problems with Upton, and lack of a solid DH.
I would like Boston to make a run at him if the price is right. If they do sign him they better either not give up much, or be able to sign him past this season.
Werth is currently hitting .278 BA (.365 OBP) with 13 HRs and 48 RBIs.
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