A-Rod to the Phillies? Don't Bet on It

Published: October 30, 2007, 9:49 am

The Phillies need a third baseman ... Alex Rodriguez is a third baseman ... He's a free agent and needs a place to play ... Forget about it. The Phillies said earlier this month and reasserted yesterday that they have absolutely ZERO plans to pursue Rodriguez in free agency. I can't say I blame them. Rodriguez is going to be seeking a contract around 10 years, $300 million. Frankly, as good as Rodriguez is, I'm not sure it's worth it. The Phillies have led the National League in runs scored the past two seasons, so I'm not sure their offense needs a $300 million solution. I personally would sink most of their money into improving the pitching staff. And -- like they've said countless times since the season ended -- that's exactly what they want to do. Improve the pitching ... Improve the pitching ... Improve the pitching ... A-Rod? No way. * Bodog's odds for A-Rod; Los Angeles Angels 3/1 Los Angeles Dodgers 4/1 Chicago

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