Kevin Youkilis still hasn't signed with anyone, but the Indians apparently are moving on by inking their backup plan.

The Indians need good pitching. Brandon McCarthy is a good pitcher. If two years, $15.5 million was enough, why didn't the Tribe push harder to land a guy who'd have become the ace of their modest staff?

A quick rundown of who the Indians didn't sign this week.

Indians talking to Swisher, Youkilis, Reynolds and others. 4-way blockbuster still on hold. Rule 5 today. Cody Allen and Tim Fedroff win minor league awards.

Shane Victorino did sign with the Red Sox. For an absurd $38 million over three years.

Let's Go Tribe takes a look at recent happenings and rumors in the relief pitching market to try and gauge what Chris Perez might be worth.

A-Rod needs surgery, Mike Napoli has a new home, SF still a Pagan place, and the Indians are "feeling out" other teams. Post your Winter Meetings news and speculation here.

The Indians obviously want in on the new local TV revenue boom.

Vinnie Pestano has high praise for LGFT Jack Hannahan, and Jayson Stark devotes space to Asdrubal Cabrera's trade market

Jack Hannahan Non-Tendered, Chris Seddon DFAd, Mike McDade Claimed