Rumor: Where Will Wilson Wind Up?

Baseball might not be the constant fast paced action like basketball, but make no mistake, it's a fast game and it will pass you up in a flash. In the fall of 2004, Craig Wilson was a member of the Pirates and several teams were hoping to pry him away from Pittsburgh for their final playoff push. Fastforward two and a half years later (give or take, math's no longer my strong suit) and just like that, the game has seemingly passed Wilson by. The firstbaseman/outfielder was released by the Atlanta Braves after batting only a buck seventytwo over the course of 24 games and 58 at bats. However, a few teams seem to think Wilson may have a bit left in his tank. Since he can be had for the league minimum he wouldn't cost a team much and if he can regain a bit of that 29 home run form of 2004 he'd be a great asset to any number of clubs. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Padres are considering making a move for Wilson. The Twins has also been considered possible suitors, however, the Minneapolis Star Tribune says the Twinkies don't appear to be interested. The Cardinals would probably take a chance on anyone that could provide some pop off the bench at this point and Wilson's old Pirates may also be interested.

On a side note, someone should tell Craig that when you're applying for a job, you should really cut your hair and go in looking sharp. Nothing quite says down and out player like a mighty flowing semi-mullet.