MLB: Monday’s Rumor Mill

After a disappointing season, the Colorado Rockies are shopping star outfielder Matt Holliday. Holliday a Scot Boras client is a free agent following the 09 season. The Rockies are looking for young pitching in return. the Yankees, Red Sox, Rays, Royals, Nationals, Angels, Cardinals, Mets, and Phillies have shown interest.

Pirates eye Japanese pitcher?

Japanese media reports indicate the Pirates are among seven teams that interest pitcher Junichi Tazawa. The Pirates are a major longshot to land Tazawa.

Nationals eye big names

Not all small market teams stay away from the big names in the trade market or on the free agent market. The Nationals are expected to pursue big names, Adam Dunn, Prince Fielder, Matt Holliday and Mark Texeira.

Report: Yankees to decline option on Marte

The Yankees will not pick up the option on reliever Damaso Marte, according to the New York Post.