Quick Hits: Hamilton, Axelrod, Abreu, Pelfrey, Mets

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Josh Hamilton told Richard Durrett of ESPN Dallas that he’s open to talking to the Rangers about a contract extension during the season. “If they want to talk to my agent, we’ll cross that bridge when we get to it,” he said after previously indicating an unwillingness to negotiate during the season.
Agent Barry Axelrod has been discussing employment opportunities with the Diamondbacks, reports Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic (Twitter links). Axelrod and GM Kevin Towers are close friends.
Unlike agents Jeff Moorad and Arn Tellem, Scott Boras has no desire to own …