Orioles first baseman Aubrey Huff and Giants outfielder Randy Winn have cleared waivers, making them available to any team desiring them, according to various, unconfirmed broadcast and new media reports.
Ironically both Huff and Winn have historically been strong second half performers. Where Winn might go is anyone's guess, but with the Rays needing a stopgap replacement for injured rookie third baseman Evan Longoria, would the team once again open the door for Huff's return to Tampa?
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