Holliday seekers
There would be no shortage of suitors for slugger Matt Holliday, should the Rockies decide to trade him. On a scale of 1-10, Denver Post columnist Mark Kiszla rates how hotly potential trade partners might pursue Holliday.
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS 3.5
While the best baseball town might be best fit for Holliday’s passion, if St. Louis makes a play for a Rockie, reliever Brian Fuentes would be more likely choice.
LOS ANGELES ANGELS: 6
The owner loves to window- shop, but when it comes right down to it, would a team built on pitching surrender one of its best arms for Holliday?
NEW YORK METS: 7
After dealing for Johan Santana, Mets general manager Omar Minaya might not have the talent in his organization to make a big trade.
BOSTON RED SOX: 9.5
Boston faces a $20 million decision whether to keep Manny Ramirez or look for a new slugger — but not until after the offseason.
NEW YORK YANKEES: 11
With that infamous Steinbrenner impatience and a number of young pitching prospects, the Bronx Bombers could make an offer tough to refuse.
