Jake Peavy may be heading to Chicago after all, but if he does in the next few weeks, it will be to the South Side, not to the Cubs. According to a report by Tom Krasovic of the San Diego Union-Tribune, the Padres' ace right-hander would net the Padres four players from the White Sox. As we heard throughout the winter rumors, Peavy does have a full no-trade clause and he prefers to stay in the National League. There were even reports that said he's only ok a trade to the Cubs. Does that mean this deal definitely won't happen? In a word: No.
First of all, Peavy did tell the reporters after the game that it was "something to think about." Secondly, Peavy probably sees the writing on the wall in regard to the massive rebuilding project in front of the Padres. He may get to the point where he doesn't bother trying to dictate where he goes, so long as it's not staying put in San Diego.
On the other hand, Krasovic also reports that a teammate said Peavy respects the White Sox but has "reservations" about playing for fiery White Sox skipper Ozzie Guillen.
For the White Sox, if they can't land Peavy, expect them to be involved elsewhere. We already told you they won't be standing pat.
On Peavy's end, stay tuned. There are bound to be many more where this came from, as we've grown accustomed with the Peavy Trade Machine.




