If the asking price for Ryan Dempster remains too high, the Dodgers will shift their trade focus to Justin Morneau, James Shields and Matt Garza.
Dempster could amount to a two-month rental, but the Cubs are still looking for a nice bounty in return for the right-hander.
The Dodgers aren't actively discussing deals for Morneau or Shields, but the pair are on the team's radar.
They could also look to acquire Dempster's teammate, Garza, who has a contract that runs through the 2013 season.
Dodgers May Shift Focus To Morneau, Shields