As reported by the Boston Herald, the Red Sox have designated reliever Julian Tavarez for assignment. This was done in order to make room for Sean Casey, who has been activated from the disabled list.

We know the Colorado Rockies have had interest in acquiring Tavarez. A deal could still be worked out between the two teams within 10 days. Tavarez remains a versatile pitcher, who can work and give length out of the bullpen. Thus far in 2008, Tavarez has a 6.39 ERA while pitching 12 2/3 innings.

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