Fri 7/27/12 6:55 PM

Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that that the Marlins and Rangers are still "heavy in talks" regarding Josh Johnson. Furthermore, Nightengale writes that the Marlins are "leaving no doubt" that they intend to trade Johnson. The 28-year-old right-hander is under contract for $13.75 million next season, so the price is said to be extremely high. The Blue Jays, Angels and Orioles are among the other clubs reportedly in the mix.