Chicago 8/15/2007 3:53:50 AM
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Jose Contreras Cleared Waivers

Jose Contreras, who is owed another $22 million through 2009, has cleared waivers and could be dealt this month.

How Conteras performs in his return to the rotation on Friday could go a long way towards determining whether there will be much interest in him.

The White Sox would have to pick up some salary anyway, but they might be willing to do so.

The Dodgers, Padres, Braves and Mariners are among the contenders in need of another starter.

While Contreras is only 6-14 overall with a 6.24 ERA, he has pitched well lately.

Teams would still probably want the White Sox to offset Contreras' salary in some way, but his recent rejuvenation could spark some interest.

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