Future Padre - Updates

Alfonso Soriano supposedly wants a Carlos Beltran-like 7 year, $119 million contract. The Washington Post says, “It's unlikely the Orioles will be in the running for Soriano if he doesn't back off those demands.” At an average of $17m per season for 7 years it’ll be interesting to see who stays “in the running.”

The Cubs want Aramis Ramirez back. Also, he is reportedly the number 1 target of both Los Angeles teams… On an aside, it is amazing how quickly Angels owner Art Moreno made the Angles the dominant team in the Los Angeles area.

Gary Sheffield impending move to a new team is nearly complete. Supposedly Brian Cashman has a deal in place with one of following clubs: Cubs, Phillies, Rangers, Indians, Padres, Giants, Braves, and Astros. "Sheffield reportedly will complain publicly if dealt, but over the years, the right fielder has said he would welcome a return to San Diego," according to the San Diego Union Tribune.

The Indians’ Kevin Kouzmanoff has been playing first base in the Arizona Fall League. If Indians’ brass do not think Kouzmanoff can handle the hot corner, but want to keep his bat in their lineup at first base, then this move diminishes the likelihood that either he or Andy Marte will be traded.