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"If you're looking four or five years down the line, they fit the criteria of what I'm looking for," said Lowe. "It's not just the fact I played there - but, yeah, there were a lot of things I enjoyed - but they're definitely a franchise that has a chance to win." The Yankees are also interested in Lowe, as are the Mets, who aren't expected to outbid either AL East team. Lowe is reportedly looking for at least $15 million annually. "There is a very aggressive market for Derek," agent Scott Boras said. "A widespread number of teams are interested. Certainly, when there is a pitcher in this free agent market who has established a pattern of durability he has for four years in Los Angeles, that's going to be there." |
The Red Sox are reportedly on free-agent pitcher Derek Lowe's short list of desired teams.