Detroit Tigers to make a run at Carl Crawford?
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Detroit Tigers outfielder and free-agent-to-be Johnny Damon said the team “might make a run at Carl Crawford,” according to Marc Topkin of The St. Petersburg Times.
Crawford, a free agent after this season, will draw heavy interest from those that could afford him. It’s expected that he could command a contract over $70 million that breaks down to the $12-14 million per season range. The Rays are unlikely to have him back since the team’s payroll will be under $60 million next year. The Washington Nationals, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees have previously expressed interest in Crawford. At the time when Crawford was told that the Yankees were interested in him, Crawford said, “I don’t think about other teams. I’m only concerned with what goes on with the Rays.”
Crawford, 29, is making $10 million this season from his club option that was exercised in November. He is currently hitting .299/.351/.478 with 14 home runs and 66 RBIs.

