"The Indians are one of nine teams interested in free agent Casey Blake.

Blake was the Indians regular third baseman from 2003 until he was traded to the Dodgers for Carlos Santana in 2008. The Indians see Blake, 38, as a role player who could help out at third, first and in right and left field. Blake's right-handed bat could help to balance the Tribe's left-handed heavy lineup.

The Dodgers did not exercise the Blake's $6 million option for 2012. He played just 63 games last year because of various injuries. He had neck surgery at the end of the season. Jim McDowell, Blake's agent, says his client will be at full strength for 2012."