Dec 11, 2008 12:56 PM EST

The Yankees have emerged as the clear front-runner for free-agent right-hander A.J. Burnett, according to major-league sources.

There were indications Thursday morning that the Braves were preparing a final push for Burnett and that they would guarantee a fifth year on his contract.

"I don't think we're done," one team official said.

Via FoxSports