The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports: Representatives for pitcher CC Sabathia have not been in contact with the Brewers since their initial offer to the free agent.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports: The Phillies have contacted free agent pitchers Derek Lowe and A.J. Burnett.

The East Valley (Ariz.) Tribune reports: The Diamondbacks are interested in Mets free agent Damion Easley to play second base.

The Riverside (Calif.) Press Express reports: The Dodgers are unlikely to increase their initial offer to free agent outfielder Manny Ramirez.

MLB.com reports: The White Sox are not close to trading Jermaine Dye.