Weekend Hot Stove

It was revealed that the recent offer made by the Twins to Johann Santana was actually more of a replacement contract, than an extension. So in essence, it was a 4-year, $80 million deal that would keep the Venezuelan in Minny thru 2012. Needless to say the Twins were quickly rebuffed by Santana, who will now be shopped heavily by the Twins. Every team will be hot and heavy for the superstar lefty, with the Yankees, Mets, and Red Sox among those making a heavy push.

A spokesperson close to Santana said the 2-time Cy Young award winner would waive his no-trade clause to play for either the Yankees or Mets, and wasn't concerned about switching leagues. Kat O'Brien of Newsday reports that a source close to the Yankees said they are preparing a "good, strong offer", and believe they have the right combination of players and prospects to get the deal done. Talks should heat up when the winter meetings begin on December 3rd. Source

With Francisco Cordero off to Cincy, the Brewers are in need of a closer. One would most likely be acquired via a trade, rather than signing a free agent such as Eric Gagne. Brian Cashman should be calling up Brewers GM Doug Melvin to deal him Kyle Farnsworth. The Yankees could take a pitcher such as David Bush in return.

Having lost out on their pursuit of Torii Hunter, the White Sox are believed to be in pursuit of their former Chisox centerfielder Aaron Rowand. Rowand was dealt to the Phillies prior to the 2006 season in a trade that brought Jim Thome to the windy city. Rowand had a career best 27 HRs and 89 RBI, with more than half of each total coming in hitter friendly Citizens Bank Park. That being said, Rowand's road splits- .299-10-41 - were not bad. Source

The Angels and Marlins have been going hot and heavy on trade talks for the Fish's Miguel Cabrera. The hold up appears to be the Angels holding out of premier prospect Nick Adenhart. With the recent acquisition of Hunter, the Angels have more outfielders than they know what to do with. The Marlins would not want the heavily priced Gary Matthews Jr., but rookie Reggie Willits would probably be part of a deal. Howie Kendrick's name has been the one thrown around most often and the Angels would probably also include catcher Jeff Mathis, filling another of the Marlins needs. Source