Rumors: Rangers Eyeing CC; Rockies *UPDATED

Of course, two of the favorite names brought up by Indians fans involved with the trade rumors are two Rockie players.

And since we are facing the Rockies, of course the discussions will be over Matt Holiday and Garrett Atkins.

The News Herald suggests that Aaron Laffey would be the guy the Rockies want, but the Indians just would not do that.

"Colorado would undoubtedly ask for Aaron Laffey in any deal, although perhaps would settle for Jeremy Sowers as the key piece to the package." (News Herald)

Now, also according to Buster Olney, the Rangers have a very strong eye for C.C. Sabathia.

Even if they can't get him in a trade this year, it looks like they'd be one of the major players for Sabathia.

Well, ya don't say. Count on the Rangers to ride in on their high horse with buckets of cash. We know they aren't afraid to break the bank for a big superstar.

Late Update Here.......

Paul Hoynes has some more Sabathia stuff...

Here is the list of teams that could be in the running:

Yankees, Red Sox, Angels, Rays, Cubs, Phillies

Mostly American League teams..

Here is what the "SCOUTS" said about what the Tribe could gain in return..

"I would say maybe they could get two young players that were at or close to the big-league level that they could control for a while."

Another scout said the Indians could get between two and three prospects, depending on whether that team could sign Sabathia to an extension before he becomes a free agent this winter.

"There are so many teams still in contention right now, who need pitching, that I think the market is going to be a really big market for him," said a scout" (Plain Dealer)

Take it for what it's worth.. I wouldn't want to see him on an American League team, that is for sure.. I'm still adamant about re-signing him or just letting him walk.. But if they do fall out of contention, I wouldn't feel bad about getting some prospects in return, and attempting to re-sign him in the off-season, if he was okay with that. That would be a complete long shot, but would be the ultimate cunning move by Shapiro.