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Report: Angels, Blue Jays showing interest in Pirates' Harrison

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With the winter meetings underway in Orlando, Fla., Josh Harrison appears to be a popular target.

The Los Angeles Angels and Toronto Blue Jays are showing interest in the two-time Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star, reports Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

On Saturday, a report claimed the New York Mets were interested in acquiring the versatile 30-year-old.

The Angels ended the 2017 season with Brandon Phillips at second base, but he's now a free agent and only posted a .652 OPS in L.A, so they could use a replacement.

Devon Travis is the projected starter at second next season for Toronto, but the 26-year-old has yet to complete a full season with the Blue Jays - appearing in 213 games in three seasons - due to injuries.

Harrison would be a good match for both clubs and would offer them more than just a second baseman; he's also appeared at third, shortstop, and the outfield during his career.

In 128 games last season, Harrison smacked 26 doubles and drove in 47 RBIs, posting his highest OPS (.771) since 2014.

He's set to earn $10.25 million next season and has team options tied to his contract for 2019 and '20.

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