Bengie's Dead End

It is reported that the Dodgers, after a brief interest in catcher Bengie Molina, has decided to end their pursuit, according to the Daily News. It appears that Molina wanted more money (about $6 mil/year) than what the Dodgers were willing to spend and he may sit out the '06 season stating that, "I think I have done enough to deserve something. If I don't get that type of deal, I think I'm willing to sit out and see what happens next year. I hope it doesn't come to that". I'm still a firm believer that Molina is a good player with a lot to offer, but it looks like his only option would be with Tampa Bay.