Sources: Beltran trade imminent

A trade involving superstar Carlos Beltran is nearing completion, a source close to the negotiations has told the blog.

The source spoke on a condition of anonymity because the deal is not complete.

In the deal, Ken would receive either Bobby Abreu or Brad Hawpe from Mike for Carlos Beltran. Ken is deciding between the two, the source said.

"The accept button is coming soon," the source said.


When asked, Mike refused to acknowledge he was making the trade for the potential keeper.

"There is some substance to these rumors, nothing is definite yet," he said. "But there is a deal being discussed."

Mike would receive a definite keeper in his weak lineup, albeit it would signify the end of this season for him, as it would indicate him throwing in the towel.

Ken gets a .300 hitter as he continues his chase for a division title.

The source said both teams were wary of the deal being voted against in a veto-happy league, but thought it would go through because it involved a likely offseason keeper.