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The Yankees New York Yankees haven't abandoned the idea of landing Johan Santana, despite whispers that suggest otherwise, but the Twins may have to initiate the discussions. Yesterday, in dismissing an Internet report that indicated his team is no longer a player in the Santana sweepstakes, Yankees GM Brian Cashman suggested he could still make a deal for the ace lefty, if the Twins lower the asking price.

Cashman wouldn't name the players Minnesota wants, but another Yankees official said the Twins haven't budged from their demand of Phil Hughes Phil Hughes , Melky Cabrera Melky Cabrera , Ian Kennedy and Jeff Marquez. "I know what [the Twins] want," Cashman said. "If they call and give us something else to think about, we'll discuss it." Continue