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| Youk Hitting At Pawtucket |
According to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick,
Philadelphia and Cleveland are actively scouting Kevin Youkilis in his minor league rehab assignment. Both could use the kind of help that a healthy Youkilis can offer—offensively and defensively. The key to any deal—that would free up the path for Will Middlebrooks—is a healthy and productive Youkilis over the next several weeks. The minor dip the rookie has taken in the last several games (with the exception of the last couple) could argue for a little more "seasoning" at Pawtucket. However, after tasting life in "The Show" it might be hard for the 23-year old to accept a demotion—however short. The next few weeks will be an interesting window into the the short- and long-term thinking of the Red Sox brass.
