Jul 30, 2009 3:27 PM EST

The Red Sox appear to be back in discussions with the Padres about first baseman Adrian Gonzalez after Boston experienced a little hiccup in talks with the Indians involving Victor Martinez.

It is believed that Boston declined to include top pitching prospect Clay Buchholz in a deal for Martinez, who has a favorable club option for $7 million next year. Gonzalez has an even more favorable contract from the team standpoint.

Via SI.com