The Phillies have been the most aggressive pursuer of Red Sox right-hander Brad Penny, but they have been rebuffed in their trade offers so far. ... The Pirates are making right-hander Ian Snell available in trade, and the Rangers are among the teams who have interest, though most scouts view him as a reliever in the long-term rather than as a starter. ... The Braves weren't successful in trying to acquire Marlins center fielder Cody Ross in a trade for right fielder Jeff Francoeur, but the Florida outfielder they really have their eye on is right fielder Jeremy Hermida. ...