Aug 11, 2009 4:37 PM EST

The Red Sox were looking at Nationals shortstop Christian Guzman, but decided against placing a claim on the infielder.

Team officials denied reports that the club placed a waiver claim on Guzman, according to the Boston Globe.

If Guzman goes unclaimed and clears trade waivers, the Red Sox and Nationals could still work out a deal.

Via Boston Globe