Remember how the Twins were interested in Adrian Beltre? Geoff Baker of the Seattle Times explains that one reason talks with the Mariners hit a snag was because Beltre added the Twins to the list of teams in his limited no-trade clause. Beltre apparently did so after learning the Twins expressed interest in sometime last season. That said, this doesn't completely kill a potential deal -- it's possible (in fact, quite likely) that Beltre simply wanted more leverage in case trade talks heat up. Theoretically he could block a trade if he feels the Twins are giving up too much (Jake Peavy played this card when the Padres talked to the Braves), but considering he's currently playing for a team that lost 101 games last year, it's more likely that Beltre is simply hoping for a few extra dollars. Does it sound a little shady? Perhaps, but it's his right.
Who might Minnesota give up to make a deal happen? The suddenly expendable Delmon Young has been mentioned, though if you ask me that's a steep price for what's certain to be a one-season rental until Beltre leaves via free agency. Young only hit 13 home runs as a rookie in 2007 and 10 last year with the Twins, but he was always a power hitting in the minors and is expected to eventually be one in the majors.
(via Aaron Gleeman)
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With the trade deadline right around the corner, our MLB editor brings you the top five rumors every day until July 31.
With the trade deadline right around the corner, our MLB editor brings you the top five rumors every day until July 31.

