Winter Meetings Update

Brewers' GM Doug Melvin confirmed that he turned down an offer from Nat's GM Jim Bowden that would have landed him closer Chad Cordero for Richie Weeks. Whatever happened to silent negotiations? Source

The Nats love to go after prospects, especially those that have fallen out of favor. First, Bowden got Lastings Milledge from the Mets. Now it appears he's about to acquire Elijah Dukes from the Rays for a minor leaguer. Source

The Padres seem to be going after every pitcher out there not named Santana. They've reportedly offered journeyman Brett Tomko a 1-year, $1.5 million deal. Source

ESPN.com is reporting that the Dodgers have made a 2-year, $32 million offer to Andruw Jones.

The Mariners are hoping to deal Richie Sexson during the winter meetings, unloading his $14 million salary in the process. We can't imagine the M's getting much back unless they eat the chunk of that deal. Source