Rangers Rumors: Marlins Talks, Dye, Millwood

The latest Rangers hot stove buzz, courtesy of MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan…

• The Rangers were told by the Marlins that Josh Johnson is not available, which jives with Michael Hill's recent comments.  Texas also inquired on other Marlins pitchers, and Sullivan says "there doesn't appear to be a match."
• Sullivan says the teams had "absolutely no discussions" about Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla.  On November 19th, ESPN's Jayson Stark had written that talks with the Giants and Rangers for Uggla had gotten hot and heavy at the GM Meetings.
• The Rangers will need to add a utility infielder, with Omar Vizquel signing with the White Sox.
• Jermaine Dye remains a top Rangers target as they search for a right-handed middle of the order bat.  Dye's willingness to play first base appeals to the Rangers.  Despite the nice fit, Sullivan believes Dye will land in San Francisco.
• The Rangers "are not trying to move" veteran starter Kevin Millwood.  Millwood under contract for 2010 after recording "The $12 Million Out" on September 21st.