Who'll win Teixeira sweepstakes?

The trading buzz is heating up squarely around Atlanta's Mark Teixeira.

The Arizona Diamondbacks appeared to be the front-runners, but really want Conner Jackson over Charlotte native Chad Tracy.

But Monday, at least five other teams jumped into the fray, including the Yankees, Rays and Angels.

Some think the Yanks are front-runners because of their willingness to part with higher prospects linked to their ability to sign Teixeira to a long-term deal.

The Braves, who received more bad news with Chipper Jones and Tim Hudson going on the DL, are seemingly out of contention and with Teixeira their biggest trade chip and a free agent at the end of the season, it only makes sense to cash him out by Thursday's trade deadline.

If you're a Tex owner in an NL-only league, it may be too late to get full value, but you still might be able to get something if you act soon. The smart money is that he'll end up in the American League, likely the Big Apple.

Other possible deals: Will Manny Ramirez be dealt? The Mets and D-backs don't want any of that action. ... Benji Molina to the Fish? .... Marlon Byrd to the Rockies? ... Jarrod Washburn not being suited for pinstripes, after all. ... Miguel Tejada to Boston? Depends on who you believe. But Fenway may be serving up some Brocail with their clam chowder.... Ron Mayay to the Phils? But will anyone care?