Dec 30, 2009 9:17 PM EST

The Dodgers are seeking payroll flexibility, but sources say that they are unlikely to trade any of their top arbitration-eligible players.

Los Angeles, sources say, essentially is limited to cash-neutral transactions due to the divorce proceedings between owner Frank McCourt and his wife.

If the Dodgers were to sign a free agent, they'd have to subtract a player of similar cost.

Via FOX Sports