MLB: With Tigers deciding against pursuing Hanrahan, Pirates targeting young shortstops from BOS & LAD?

After being involved in preliminary talks with the Pirates at the Winter Meetings about a possible Joel Hanrahan - Rick Porcello trade, the Detroit Tigers decided late last week against pursuing Hanrahan, leading to the Pirates to aggressively turn their attention to Francisco Liriano who they have agreed to a 2 year, $14 million contract with pending a physical.

Taking on Liriano's salary, Pirates management remains determined to move closer Joel Hanrahan.