Barry Zito: Will Take Time Off

Zito plans on taking some time away from baseball but isn't retiring, CBSSports.com reports.

Analysis:

It sounds like Zito, a free agent, may elect to sit out the 2014 season, though the left-hander hasn't publicly said anything to that effect. After posting a 5.74 ERA in 2013, he probably wouldn't be thrilled by his options, which would likely be limited to minor league contracts.