Posted by Jayson Stark
Those on-again, off-again
Jason Bay-to-Tampa Bay talks are back on, according to a source familiar with the discussions. The two sides have been so far apart that it appeared they'd given up on each other as of early Thursday afternoon. But the source said they've closed that gap somewhat and are still talking.
Tampa Bay has hinted its willingness to structure a package around pitcher
Jeff Niemann and shortstop prospect
Reid Brignac, but the Pirates have been seeking one of their elite pitching prospects -- Wade Davis, David Price or Jeremy Hellickson.
