The Blue Jays have engaged in talks with the Phillies about the status of their impending free-agents -- Cole Hamels and Shane Victorino. No trade is close, or even likely, but a source says that Toronto made an exploratory call. Philadelphia is struggling, but they are not going to quit on the season this early. The team's payroll is second to only the Yankees. Ruben Amaro Jr. hasn't ruled out any moves. "My job is to keep all lines of communication open, for the good of the club today and tomorrow," Amaro said. "I can't shut any doors down. You try to be creative. And there are a lot of creative GMs out there who have different goals."