"The standings frame everything with the staggering Rockies. Jason Giambi is hurt. That was a fact Monday night. Now that he's on the disabled list, the question is simple: Will he still be traded to the Phillies?

Roster moves, not a potential move in the National League West, are captivating fans these days.

With his left quadriceps sore and needing time to heal, the Rockies put Giambi on the shelf. Infielder Chris Nelson will take Giambi's spot.

"We need to give Jason a chance to rest," manager Jim Tracy said.

Giambi, 40, seemed destined to land in Philadelphia as Matt Stairs incarnate. He still could if the Phillies agree to a deal while he's on the DL. If not, a waiver-wire transaction remains a possibility but is complicated by the blocking process. Philadelphia has the National League's best record, so any number of teams could claim Giambi to keep him from the Phillies.

Even if Giambi isn't traded, there are several other Rockies who could go. The Yankees have put out feelers on versatile slugger Ty Wigginton . They are looking for a right-handed outfield bat off the bench."