Discussions With Houston

Jim Maloney at MLB.com writes about Mark Loretta and the Mets interest in him:

Meanwhile the Mets have had conversations with Houston about veteran Mark Loretta and could decide to pursue the versatile infielder if they decide Gotay or any of the other three are not the best option.

Loretta, the American League All-Star Game starter at second base for Boston a year ago, is batting .305. The Astros aren't shopping him, and it's not certain the Mets would agree to part with the caliber of prospect(s) it would take to pry Loretta from the Bayou City.