I heard all in about an hour today that the Rays were offering Carlos Pena in a deal to the Braves for 1B Mark Teixeira and it quickly died. The Angels ended up nabbing Tex for Casey Kotchman and minor league pitcher Stephen Marek. It looks like one of those good for both sides deals there. I also heard something else today. My scout buddy told me that the Rays were discussing BJ Upton in trades talks. I don’t know whether they’re shopping him or what but that’s what he told me. I have know way to check this out so it’s totally unsubstantiated, but it’s out there. I wouldn’t be shocked to see the Rays move Upton in the off season but I would be if they did now. I don’t see it happening, but anything’s possible. Gotta go watch the game now.

Scott Brannelly

Source: Keith Law