Torii Hunting for Next Contract in New York

With Johnny Damon's rapid deterioration as a viable option in center, it appears the Idiot's future lies at DH, first base, or the corner outfield spots. Center field belongs to Melky Cabrera for the time being...until GM Brian Cashman can find a big money alternative. Hunter is joined by the Braves' Andruw Jones and Seattle's Ichiro Suzuki as high profile center fielders in the final year of their contracts. Center field has been a weak spot for Boston as well, as Coco Crisp has proven a wizard with the glove, but anemic at the plate. There is speculation that the Sox could take a long look at top prospect Jacoby Ellsbury in center field as early as September. Hunter, meanwhile, is on his way to another All-Star appearance, batting .300 with 14 homers and 54 RBIs.