A's outfielder Brent Rooker was said to be a possible target for several teams seeking a power upgrade, but in the middle of the night last night, news broke that he had agreed to a five-year, $60 million extension with the Athletics.

"If the Red Sox and Cardinals were to match up on value, there would be no hesitation on Arenado’s end to accept the deal." The post Red Sox reportedly viewed as ‘preferred’ landing spot for Nolan Arenado appeared first on Boston.

The Boston Red Sox might be one or two moves away from being considered legitimate contenders in the American League.

Eight-time All Star third baseman Nolan Arenado is still a member of the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cardinals have made right-handed hitting Arenado, 33, available in the offseason trade market. The Cardinals are hoping to shed money from their current $126,