Hot Stove Digest: No extension talks yet for Dallas Keuchel
Welcome to The Stew’s Hot Stove Digest, our daily rundown of MLB news, rumors and gossip for Hot Stove season. Here you’ll find a recap of all the day’s action and other fun stuff from around the Internet.
NOT HAPPENING: According to agent Darek Braunecker, the Astros and Dallas Keuchel have not discussed a possible contract extension this winter [@MLBNetworkRadio]
RETURN: During the same interview, Braunecker says the situation would have to be a ‘perfect fit’ for Cliff Lee to pitch in 2016. [@MLBNetworkRadio]
IN TALKS: The Padres are having discussions with free agent shortstop Ian Desmond. Jon Morosi says that sides would be a ‘good fit,’ but that no deal is close. [Fox Sports]
WAITING: Peter Schmuck says the Orioles are in a holding pattern while waiting for Chris Davis to make a decision. Though their $150 million offer to Davis is supposedly off the table, they would likely extend it again if he showed interest. [Baltimore Sun]
INTEREST: The Orioles have maintained interest in outfielder Denard Span, but will not go beyond one year due to health concerns. [MASN]
GOOD READ: Larry Stone on Ken Griffey Jr’s sweet swing and brilliant career. [Seattle Times]
REALIGNMENT: MLB won’t be expanding or realigning anytime soon, but if it did here are some fun possibilities [Purple Row]
SLUGGER: Todd Frazier’s young son Blake has some impressive bat speed. [Yahoo Sports]
RAPPING: Blue Jays right-hander Marcus Stroman added some rapping to his resume as he appears on Mike Stud’s new album. [Cut 4]
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