The Marlins had two scouts watching Armando Benitez's appearance Tuesday against the A's.
It's unclear whether the Marlins and Giants have talked lately, but it is likely Benitez will be discussed at least one more time prior to Opening Day. Florida was reportedly willing to give up Yusmeiro Petit in December for Benitez and the cash to pay most of salary. If Benitez proves he's healthy this spring, the price will probably be higher.
The Mariners have some interest in bringing in Armando Benitez to act as a setup man for J.J. Putz.
Take this as a sign they're not sure Chris Reitsma can handle the job. The Giants don't figure to be particularly interested in either Jeremy Reed or Ben Broussard, the two bats the Mariners have shopped around. Jake Woods plus a prospect could be more to their liking.
A team source told the Boston Herald that the Red Sox have not engaged in any discussions with the Giants regarding Armando Benitez.
It's likely that the Red Sox are watching him, and there is the chance they could make a trade proposal later this month. However, GM Theo Epstein said he didn't see the team acquiring a closer prior to Opening Day. "I don’t anticipate anything big," he said. "We don’t have anything going right now with another team. I anticipate we’ll figure something out with guys we have here and build a good bullpen throughout the course of the year."