The Los Angeles Times reports: “The Angels, unwilling to meet Mark Teixeira’s desire for a 10-year contract, are in discussions with CC Sabathia and could offer him a contract that approaches the $140-million bid extended to him by the Yankees.”

The Baltimore Sun reports: “Free-agent right-hander A.J. Burnett has narrowed his primary focus to roughly a half-dozen teams, and the Orioles remain in the mix.” Also beleived to be included are the Yankees,Red Sox, Blue Jays, Phillies and Braves.