According to Tim Brown of Yahoo Sports, the Texas Rangers are willing to eat about half of Michael Young’s remaining $48 million.  However, the team is asking for top-end prospects in return, but there are no takers so far.

The Phillies could be prime candidates to take on Young in the wake of the uncertainty involving second baseman Chase Utley.  Philadelphia could trade starting pitcher Joe Blanton and the $17 million that he’s owed through 2012 which in addition to the Rangers’ willingness to absorb about $24 million would leave a balance of about $7 million.