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Tigers Not Actively Shopping Ordonez

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Tigers president/GM Dave Dombrowski says he isn’t looking to trade Magglio Ordonez, despite speculation that the right fielder is available.

Dombrowski said he hasn’t made a single call about Ordonez.

"We’re not looking to trade Magglio," Dombrowski said. "He’s one of the best hitters in baseball and an important part of our club."

As MLB.com’s Jason Beck rightly points out, this doesn’t mean the Tigers won’t listen to offers for Ordonez.

In September, the Detroit Free Press’ John Paul Morosi said the Tigers would need to trade Ordonez if they were going to fill their many needs. The Tigers are in the market for a shortstop to replace Edgar Renteria, and could also use an upgrade in the rotation, at closer and at catcher. Considering their stated intention not to raise payroll, it’s hard to see how Detroit is going to do all that, or even some of that, without trading Ordonez. But I guess that’s why they pay Dombrowski the big bucks.

Coley Ward writes for Umpbump.com. You can reach him here.

Kerry Wood Comments

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The Chicago Tribune’s Paul Sullivan spoke to free agent reliever Kerry Wood, with whom the Cubs recently cut ties.

Wood says he would have done anything to stay with the Cubs, including signing a one-year deal.  In light of that information, the Cubs’ decision seems more questionable.

While Wood has a preference for the National League, he’s open to pitching anywhere.  It doesn’t sound like the Tigers are interested, while Adam McCalvy makes a case against the Brewers.   ESPN’s Keith Law ranked Wood as the top free agent reliever despite the health risk.

Odds and Ends: Perez, Torres, Beimel

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Links for Friday, with an unplanned emphasis on relievers…

Tigers Interested In Darren Oliver

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Jon Paul Morosi of the Detroit Free Press talked to Darren Oliver’s agent, who said the Tigers and Angels are two of four teams interested in his client.  Morosi says the Tigers have also contacted the agents for Trevor Hoffman, Brandon Lyon, David Weathers, and Arthur Rhodes while also expressing interest in Florida’s Kevin Gregg.

Oliver, 38, posted a 2.88 ERA in 72 innings.  His strikeout rate wasn’t great, but he limited walks and home runs.  He earned $2MM this year.  As a Type A free agent, Oliver comes with the added tax of Detroit’s second-round pick in the June ’09 draft (assuming the Halos offer arbitration and he declines).

In other Tigers news, MLB.com’s Jason Beck says they’ve yet to contact Freddy Garcia’s agent.

Montero Drawing Interest

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According to Jack Magruder of the East Valley Tribune, D’Backs catcher Miguel Montero is a popular name in trade discussions.  He may be traded to address the team’s second base vacancy.  Mark Loretta and Adam Kennedy, who are in the $4MM or less range, were deemed too expensive.

Montero, 25, hit .255/.330/.435 in 207 plate appearances this year.  He’s under team control through 2012.  Magruder suggests the Red Sox, Tigers, Reds, Astros, and Brewers as possible matches.  Some of those clubs do have decent second base prospects.

Magruder adds that the D’Backs have received inquiries on Eric Byrnes, but don’t see a contract swap that’d make sense.

Tigers Rumors: Santiago, K-Rod, Ordonez

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Let’s see what’s going on with the Tigers.

  • GM Dave Dombrowski does not see Ramon Santiago as a starting shortstop.  But aside from Rafael Furcal, what better player could the Tigers add?  Dombrowski is also looking to add a reliever and a catcher.
  • Dombrowski doesn’t expect to bid on Francisco Rodriguez; Lynn Henning sees the Tigers signing "a second tier reliever who could perhaps function as a closer."  Juan Cruz and Jeremy Affeldt could fit that description.
  • Henning still sees a Magglio Ordonez trade as the best route to fill the team’s needs.  Jon Paul Morosi likes the Angels as a match.
  • Detroit Tigers Thoughts runs through some options at catcher.

Hoffman, Padres Reach Impasse

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5:02pm: Padres exec Sandy Alderson told MLB.com’s Corey Brock he’s perfectly willing to talk to Hoffman.

10:53am: The door is closed on both sides, according to Olney.  Hoffman is upset with the Padres’ handling of the situation.

TUESDAY, 8:00am: Hoffman’s agent considers his client "the cream of the closers."  The Indians are expected to be one interested party, according to Barry Bloom and Corey Brock of MLB.com.  The Tigers at least inquired about some unknown players represented by the Beverly Hills Sports Council, possibly Hoffman.  Jon Paul Morosi says he fits their profile.

MONDAY, 10:34pm: Olney is now more emphatic in saying Hoffman "will not return to the Padres for 2009."

10:01pm: Tom Krasovic says the Padres withdrew their $4MM offer.

9:32pm: According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, the Padres and legendary closer Trevor Hoffman have reached an impasse in contract negotiations.  The team offered Hoffman $4MM plus incentives (perhaps with a club option for ’10).  Olney believes Hoffman’s Padres career is over, "barring a dramatic turn in negotiations."

The Cardinals don’t have Hoffman on the radar, but the Indians will give him a look.

Tigers Interested In Lyon

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According to MLB.com’s Jason Beck, the Tigers have indicated early interest in free agent reliever Brandon Lyon.

Lyon, 29, posted a 4.70 ERA in 59.1 innings this year.  His strong command and high rate of hits dropping in indicates that he deserved a lower ERA for his efforts.  Lyon earned $3.125MM in ’08.  Will he sign for the one-year term the Tigers crave?

Tigers Rumors: Tazawa, Putz

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According to Jon Paul Morosi, the Detroit Tigers are interested in Japanese pitcher Junichi Tazawa. Morosi lists the Red Sox, Mariners, Braves and Phillies as other potential suitors for the 22-year-old.

Tigers GM Dave Dombrowski told Morosi that it’s “too early to tell” whether the club will pursue Tazawa aggresively.

Though Morosi doesn’t think the Tigers have a great chance of signing Tazawa, their chances of signing Japanese players have gone up since they hired Kevin Hooker to co-ordinate their Pacific Rim scouting.

Morosi also wonders whether the Tigers would part with Matt Joyce or Jeff Larish in a deal for J.J. Putz. Earlier this week, Morosi wrote that the Tigers would have to find bullpen help outside the organization.

Miller’s Latest: Olsen, Willis, Blake

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Here’s a look at the latest from Scott Miller of CBSSports.com.

  • The Braves and Rangers have talked to the Marlins about lefty Scott Olsen.
  • The Red Sox have done background work on Dontrelle Willis, stirring up the Willis for Julio Lugo rumors.
  • The Twins, Dodgers, and Indians have expressed interest in Casey Blake.  Blake’s agent said he anticipates offers ranging from one to three years.
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