Byrd still an option

MLB.com is reporting about the Byrd deal with this update from the Ranger's site:

The Chicago Cubs, according to Major League officials, have called and asked about center fielder Marlon Byrd. The Cubs are looking for a right-handed-hitting center fielder.....The Cubs would likely be willing to give up left fielder Matt Murton

Jeez, we must be desperate for a center fielder.

Plus this from Lou:

"I don't think we'll do anything, honestly, but if we do, it will be in the outfield."

Jeez, we really must be desperate for a center fielder.

RotoWorld sees a different possibility - pitching, instead of Murton

If Texas could pick up Sean Marshall or Sean Gallagher for Byrd, we imagine GM Jon Daniels would make the move in a heartbeat. The Cubs, though, may be offering someone like Jason Marquis or Ryan Dempster.

ht MLBTR