Tuesday, November 28, 2006

Nov. 28 -- CORNERING THE MARKET

While the Phils await the results of Adam Eaton's seemingly routine physical (well, as routine as it can be considering how often Eaton has been injured the past two seasons), they still need to find at least two relievers to bolster their bullpen. In many senses, that's been their biggest off-season need, and so far, they've come up empty.

Meanwhile, the Orioles are stockpiling relievers. Wisely or not, they've already signed lefty Jamie Walker (three years, $12 million) and right-hander Danys Baez (three years, $19 million), who will be the primary setup man for closer Chris Ray. Today, they signed side-arming right-hander Chad Bradford (three years, $10.5 million), and reports have them interested in veteran right-hander Scott Williamson. Who's next? Arthur Rhodes. Just kidding, O's fans.

The Phils are interested in Joe Borowski, but he's holding out for a closer job somewhere. That would leave David Weathers and possibly Miguel Batista , who could also be insurance as a starter if the need arises.

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