Hot Stove Digest: The D-Backs are talking to Howie Kendrick
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.
SIGN HIM UP: Though no deal is close, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been talking to free-agent second baseman Howie Kendrick. [Fox Sports]
DECISIONS: Former Washington Nationals starter Doug Fister has multiple 1-2 year offers from a number of clubs. [@Buster_ESPN]
REFLECTIONS: Dan Haren opens up about his big league career. [The Stew]
GETTING CLOSE: The Miami Marlins are close to an agreement with pitcher Edwin Jackson. [@JoeFrisaro]
STILL OPEN: The Marlins are looking to add more depth to their rotation. [MLB.com]
GOOD READ: Here’s what an acceptable three-year deal for Alex Gordon would look like. [FanGraphs]
CANDIDATES: The Kansas City Royals, Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles remain the three biggest contenders for pitcher Yovani Gallardo. [@ChrisCotillo]
KEEP LOOKING: Free-agent first baseman Steve Pearce is hoping to snag a two-year deal.[@RichDubroffCSN]
KNOW YOUR ROLE: It’s unclear what role Michael A. Taylor will play in the Nationals outfield next season.[The Washington Post]
VETERANS: The New York Mets are still hoping to add one more veteran to their bullpen. [MLB.com]
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