Sherman: Rays Could Trade Pitching For Joey Votto

Joel Sherman of Newsday writes (via Twitter) that the Rays are not too anxious to trade any of their starting pitching depth. But notes that their stance “would change if [Joey] Votto became available.” He also notes that the Rays are “concentrating” on adding a first baseman, a designated hitter, and two relievers. The Votto news is certainly enticing. However, Reds GM Walt Jocketty said Votto will not be traded and they are hoping to sign him to a long-term extension. Votto hit .309 with a National League leading .416 OBP and 29 home runs. He was the NL MVP in 2010. Votto has two years remaining on his current contract that will pay him $9.5 million in 2012 and a whopping $17 million in 2013. So there’s that. Related posts:[JOEY GATHRIGHT] Joey Gathright No Longer Hurdling Just Cars Kazmir Trade Makes A Worst Trades List, But Not The Trade You Think Joel Sherman Says Low Payroll Gives Rays Advantage Over Yankees, Red Sox © The Professor for Rays In...