Quick Hits

Quick Hits:

• The Yankees have increased their offer to free agent A.J. Burnett. Their new offer, the third in three days, is now a five year deal worth 91 million dollars.
• The Red Sox are reportedly closing in on Mark Teixiera, sources told Ken Rosenthal.
• According to the Arizona Republic, the Diamondbacks have made an offer to free agent Felipe Lopez. 
• The Nationals plan to meet with the agents of Pat Burrell, Adam Dunn, and Bobby Abreu, according to sources.
• The Rays also plan to talk with Bobby Abreu, one source informed me. 
• The Los Angeles Times is reporting that the Cubs may have some interest in Angels infielder Chone Figgins. 
• John Frisaro is reporting that the Marlins released Matt Treanor.
• The Braves are stepping up their pursuits for free agent Derek Lowe, according to one executive.
• The Brewers are looking to add a veteran pitcher, and may target Oliver Perez. 
• The Padres should know by tomorrow whether or not the Cubs will accept the offer.

This story was approved by MLB Rumors.