Buzz: Kazmir on Verge of going to Angels
The Angels are close to acquiring Scott Kazmir from the Rays, reports Lyle Spencer of MLB.com.
According to Spencer, the Angels are expected to send prospects Alexander Torres and Matthew Sweeney to Tampa in the deal.
Kazmir had been 25–17 with a 3.49 ERA in 358 innings, during which he struck out 405 batters.
However, this season, in which he has spent time on the disabled list, he is just 8-7 with a 5.92 ERA, while going 2-0 with 21 strike outs in his last three starts.
The 25–year-old Kazmir will earn $20 million through 2011, after which he could become a free agent.
For the latest updates, keep an eye on MLB Trade Rumors.





