Phillies-Madson Talks Heating Up

The Phillies talks with free agent closer Ryan Madson are starting to heat up according to sources. The Phillies and Madson are currently exchanging proposals. Madson 31, had 32 saves last season in his first full year as the closer. The Phillies also have a plan B in Jonathon Papelbon the former Red Sox closer could be the chose if Madson and the Phillies do not come to a agreement. The Phillies have also had interest in Heath Bell and Joe Nathan.