PHOENIX -- Keep an eye on Phillies second baseman Chase Utley.
Utley cleared waivers this week, which means he can be traded to any team before the Aug. 31 waiver Trade Deadline if he gives his consent. FOXSports.com reported Wednesday that talks between the Phillies and Giants have heated up, with the teams discussing prospects to be shipped to Philadelphia.
San Francisco could use a second baseman with Joe Panik on the 15-day disabled list with lower back inflammation.
The Cubs, Angels and Yankees also have expressed interest in Utley, according to sources. But Utley has 10-and-5 no-trade rights, which means he can veto any trade.