According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Johnny Damon is staying with the Detroit Tigers. Damon said, “I’m not going.”

Damon was claimed off of waivers yesterday by the Boston Red Sox. The waiver claim will expire approximately 1pm EST on Wednesday, so it is possible that Damon could change his mind. Damon has leverage in this situation because he has a no-trade clause that prevents him from being moved to the Red Sox without his permission.

Earlier today, PRO Rumors speculated that Damon is negotiating a compensation package via the media. It will come down to the next 24 hours to see if Damon is bluffing or truly wants to stay in Detroit.