Brad Penny Rumors

There is no question the Red Sox are trying to move Brad Penny soon and the rumor mill about possible deals is heating up.

Buster Olney still has the Braves as being interested in adding Penny to their staff; possibly to their bullpen. Jeff Francoeur is the name that has been thrown around as going to Boston in a possible trade but with the return of Kotsay and Baldelli healthy another outfielder is not really needed. Francoeur is not the answer at DH if Papi continues to struggle either. Braves GM Frank Wren says there is no truth to the trade rumors.

Todd Zolecki of MLB.com says the Phillies are interested in Penny but would have to give up Jason Donald to get him. This would be a great deal for the Red Sox but it is doubtful that they could get Donald for Penny alone. I know what you are thinking and no, Lugo does not sweeten the deal for anybody.