Yankees pursuing Marlins stud closer Tanner Scott in trade talks ahead of deadlin

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Looking to enhance their bullpen in a big way, the Yankees are one of six contending teams said prominently involved in trade talks for Marlins All-Star left-hander Tanner Scott, who hasnt allowed an earned run since June 13 and is the most coveted closer on the market. The AL East rival Orioles, Scotts former team, are among five more teams also at the front of the pack seeking the best closer sure to be dealt by the trade deadline. The Phillies, Dodgers, Diamondbacks and Mariners are thought to be vying for Scott, as well. Tanner Scott is one of the top pitchers likely to be traded ahead of the deadline. AP Yunior Marte Jersey Scott, a free agent after the year, has a remarkable 1.18 ERA and has held opposing hitters to an anemic .127 batting average, a mark so low it sounds like the final two-thirds of the Yankee order lately. Yankees closer Clay Holmes also made the All-Star team and has solid overall numbers (2.88 ERA, 10 walks and 43 strikeouts in 40 2/3 innings), with a slump that coincides exactly with Scotts hot streak (and the Yankees slide). Since June 13, Holmes has a 7.14 ERA. More From Jon Heyman While Holmes, also a free agent at years end, is an above-average closer, hes blown seven of 28 save chances. Scott has blown just two of 20, and none lately. Scott strikes out slightly more batters (53 in 45 2/3 innings) but his one i sue is control. He walks about one batter every two innings, with 27 walks. The Yankees and Orioles, whose historically excellent closer Craig Kimbrel is experiencing some i sues lately, are among teams most interested in a closer. The Diamondbacks already traded for one left-handed reliever from the Marlins, . General manager Brian Cashman has seen his Yankees nosedive in recent weeks. JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST The Phillies are the best team in baseball and have a fine bullpen but they dont have many other needs. Scott has been shopped for weeks but his value couldnt be higher now. The Angels Carlos Estevez is the only other closer almost sure to be traded. Aaron Nola Jersey