The Cubs are making a strong run at signing second baseman Kaz Matsui, who batted leadoff for Colorado last season. Houston is among the other teams with an interest in Matsui. … If the Cubs do sign Matsui, that apparently would mean Mark DeRosa becomes part of the right-field picture. … Francisco Cordero is looking for a four-year $43 million contract — the same deal Billy Wagner got from the Mets two years ago. … The Rangers are interested in bringing Kenny Rogers back to Texas for the fourth time but first want him to apologize for shoving a cameraman in 2005. … The Cardinals seem serious about trading Scott Rolen but may have to pay a significant portion of the $36 million left on his contract to find a taker. Teams are scared by his health, especially his left shoulder.
