Ryan Theriot

Reds general manager Walt Jocketty said he’s had conversations with Ryan Theriot’s representatives, but the two sides aren’t close to a deal.

“We?re trying to get a hitter first,” Jocketty said. What the GM is saying is that the Reds are eying an upgrade to their outfield first, with Theriot sitting on the back burner. The Braves, Rays and Mets have also been mentioned as potential landing spots for the free agent infielder.

Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com reports that the Braves, Rays and Mets are among the teams interested in free agent Ryan Theriot.

Theriot probably wouldn’t be guaranteed a starting role on any of those teams, but all three are in the market for another middle infielder. The 32-year-old was non-tendered by the Cardinals earlier this month after batting just .271/.321/.342 with one home run, 47 RBI, four stolen bases and a .662 OPS over 483 plate appearances in 2011. Troy Renck of the Denver Post reported earlier this week that the Rockies also have interest.

Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com reports that the Braves, Rays and Mets are among the teams interested in free agent Ryan Theriot.

Theriot probably wouldn’t be guaranteed a starting role on any of those teams, but all three could certainly use another infielder. The 32-year-old was non-tendered by the Cardinals earlier this month after batting just .271/.321/.342 with one home run, 47 RBI, four stolen bases and a .662 OPS over 483 plate appearances in 2011. Troy Renck of the Denver Post reported earlier this week that the Rockies also have interest.

Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports that the Rockies have some interest in free agent Ryan Theriot.

The Rockies are currently projected to have some combination of Jonathan Herrera, Chris Nelson and D.J. LeMahieu at second base next season, but they are also considering some more experienced alternatives. Theriot, 32, was non-tendered by the Cardinals earlier this month after batting just .271/.321/.342 with one home run, 47 RBI, four stolen bases and a .662 OPS over 483 plate appearances this past season. The level of their interest isn’t clear and it’s not known whether negotiations have actually taken place.

Cardinals non-tendered INF Ryan Theriot.

As expected, especially after the Cardinals agreed to a two-year deal with Skip Schumaker. Theriot, 32, batted just .271/.321/.342 with one home run, 47 RBI, four stolen bases and a .662 OPS over 483 plate appearances this past season. The Astros are among the teams who could have interest now that he’s a free agent.

According to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, the Astros could pursue Ryan Theriot if the Cardinals decide to non-tender him.

The Cardinals are reportedly not satisfied with Theriot’s defense and are committed to Daniel Descalso as their starting second baseman next season. The fact that they recently selected Erik Komatsu in the Rule 5 draft also indicates his return is unlikely. In addition to the Astros, Heyman suggests that the Mets, Braves, Reds, Blue Jays and Royals might have interest.

According to CBS Sports’ Jon Heyman, the Cardinals are likely to non-tender Ryan Theriot.

The Cards were not satisfied with Theriot’s defense at shortstop this past year and have committed to Daniel Descalso as their starting second baseman for 2012. Heyman suggests that the Mets, Braves, Reds, Astros, Blue Jays and Royals might have interest.