January is almost here and Carl Pavano remains unsigned, but that apparently is just fine with the top free agent pitcher left on the market.
Pavano is playing the waiting game and appears to be holding out for three guaranteed years, writes the Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo which could mean the right-hander remains on the market a little while longer.
By all accounts, the Twins and Nationals appear to be the prime suitors for Pavano, with the Rangers and Cubs possibly in the mix for the 34-year-old. Cafardo adds that the Mariners could enter the mix if they free up more money.
John Hickey of SportsPress Northwest wrote Thursday the Mariners are unlikely to pursue Pavano since he had no desire to pitch in Seattle the last time he was a free agent.
Meanwhile, Howard Sinker wrote in Wednesday's Star Tribune that the most logical solution is for Pavano to agree to a two-year deal with an option for a third year.
The market could pick up a little if any of the teams that failed to land Brandon Webb make a more concerted effort at signing Pavano. Webb agreed to a deal with the Rangers earlier this week.
Carl Pavano has sure had his ups and downs. Pitched in a World Series in 2003, All Star in 2004, Big contract entering 2005.....and then 26 combined games pitched from 2005-2008 in a Yankees uniform. He was able to get his career back on track in 2009 with Cleveland and then with the Twins. It would probably be best for Pavano if he either hooked on with an NL team known for pitching or stick with the Twins.
Carl Pavano has sure had his ups and downs. Pitched in a World Series in 2003, All Star in 2004, Big contract entering 2005.....and then 26 combined games pitched from 2005-2008 in a Yankees uniform. He was able to get his career back on track in 2009 with Cleveland and then with the Twins. It would probably be best for Pavano if he either hooked on with an NL team known for pitching or stick with the Twins.
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