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Found January 25, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Roy Oswalt,  Marco Scutaro,  Jim Bowden
TEAMS: Boston Red Sox,  Philadelphia Phillies,  Colorado Rockies
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There were reports following the Marco Scutaro trade that the Red Sox would make an aggressive push for free-agent starter Roy Oswalt. They may be in the process of doing just that. The Sox have made Oswalt an offer, according to CBS Sports' Jon Heyman, but it's reportedly unclear whether he's interested in joining the team. Heyman reports that Oswalt has already rejected an offer from the Tigers, and the Red Sox are unclear whether he'd come to Boston since he hasn't yet accepted their offer. Oswalt reportedly may prefer the Reds, Rangers or Cardinals. ESPN's Jim Bowden also reported...
Original Story: http://www.nesn.com/2012/01/report-re... Verified_ybn
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