young can veto trades to all but eight teams: cardinals, yankees, twins, dodgers, angels, astros, rockies, and padres. besides staying put with the rangers here are the two most logical landing spots. but as we know logic doesn't always prevail. (via t.r. sullivan)
Astros: Want to swap contracts? The Astros are stuck with Carlos Lee, who is owed $37 million over the next two years. He is 34 and can still hit, but needs to be a full-time designated hitter. The Astros have Bill Hall at second base but could move him to left field to make room for Young. This is a deal that could work for both teams, depending on how the Rangers feel about Lee personally after having him for the final two months of the 2006 season.
Angels: The Rangers tried to get the Angels interested in Young even before they signed Beltre. The Angels weren't motivated then and have since traded for outfielder Vernon Wells, pushing their payroll to the limit. They have Maicer Izturis at third base, and Young would be an upgrade. The Rangers would probably have to take either pitcher Scott Kazmir ($12 million) or designated hitter Bobby Abreu ($9 million) in return.
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