Jan 03, 2008 12:54 PM EST

Even after signing Jose Castillo on Christmas Eve, the Marlins may not be done creating optons at third base.

Former Tampa Rays' second baseman Jorge Cantu looks like the next addition. Steve Canter, Cantu's Los Angeles-based agent, said Wednesday the two sides were "pretty far along" on a deal.

"It's a situation that's intriguing to Jorge," Canter said. "There's a definite connection here. A lot of the front office that was in Tampa is over in Florida now, and they're fully aware of his abilities. He had a really strong finish to the season so he'll get a lot of interest from several clubs, but this could end up working out."

Via Sun-Sentinel