Brewers demote Hardy

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Here's an interesting item for those who believe the Red Sox could use an upgrade at shortstop.

J.J. Hardy. (AP)

According to John Schlegel of MLB.com, the Milwaukee Brewers have demoted former All-Star shortstop J.J. Hardy to Triple A in a shakeup that included designating third baseman Bill Hall for assignment and recalling top shortstop prospect Alcides Escobar. The Brewers, who are 14-23 since the All-Star break, also fired pitching Bill Castro.

There has been some speculation that the Sox would have interest in the 26-year-old Hardy. While he has struggled this season, batting .229 with 11 homers, 45 RBIs, and a .667 OPS, he has had success in the past and is regarded as a dependable defender.

In 2007, he batted .277 with 26 homers and 80 RBIs while making his first All-Star team. Last season, he batted .283 with 24 homers, 77 RBIs, and a career-best .343 on-base percentage.

Hardy was the subject of trade rumors leading up to the July 31 non-waiver deadline.

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