That didn't take long. Earlier Friday, we told you that the Tigers were rumored to be the latest team to make a charge at Ubaldo Jimenez. It seemed as if they had the necessary pieces if they wanted to get something done. Now, via Danny Knobler, we learn that the Tigers are just about out of the running:
MLB Trade Rumors: Tigers Effectively Out On Ubaldo Jimenez
According to sources, the Tigers were once again basically out of the Jimenez derby, with the door remaining only slightly open for the Tigers to come back for another try.
It was fun while it lasted. The Tigers could mount a desperation charge, in theory, but that seems unlikely, and at this point it looks like Jimenez is going to Boston, New York, or nowhere. Or, hell, I don't know, rumors and activity can come out of the blue over the final few days, but that's the current situation. Cleveland's got a shot, too, but they probably wouldn't want to pay what the Rockies are looking for.
The Tigers seem certain to add a starting pitcher. It just won’t be Jimenez, unless things seriously change.
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