(CBSSports.com) – The Dodgers have long been considered a likely contender for Cole Hamels on the free-agent market.

But what about now? What about on this month’s trade market?

Yes, they’re interested, but they appear to be something of a longshot to make a deal with the Phillies. The Dodgers have spoken to the Phillies about Hamels, sources said Sunday, but the Phillies aren’t thrilled with the players the Dodgers could offer in return.

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