Cardinals Still In The Mix For James Shields; Vesting Option Holding Up Jonathan Papelbon Trade; Plenty Of Interest In Brandon Beachy; Everth Cabrera Making Great Strides Personally; Yoan Moncada Is Said To Have It All

James Shields, RHP, free agent — Negotiations were going on late Saturday night. One major league source said Shields was “in the decision-making process.” San Diego had made an offer and Shields was deciding whether to take it or consider others. The Cubs, Marlins, and Cardinals also appear to be in the mix.

Boston Globe