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Despite all the denials,
the Phillies are shopping Jonathan Papelbon. And, your Carmine Hose are—according the the
Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo—one of three teams in on the bidding. Along with Boston, the Tigers and Cardinals are looking at the former Red Sox closer. This year, Papelbon has been outstanding—a 1.46 ERA and 13 saves. The 32-year old is still owed $39 million over the next three years (the final year being an easily achievable vesting option). Given the shakiness of
Andrew Bailey in the 9th inning, this type of acquisition might be necessary if Boston wants to seriously contend. Given the huge financial obligations left on the contract, the Sox should get away with offering middling level prospects in return.
