Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Yankees have been told by the Phillies that Michael Young is "not yet available and might never be."

Even though they've lost five straight and are eight games out of first place, it appears that Philly might still be buyers at the trade deadline. In addition to the Yankees, the Red Sox and Rangers have also expressed interest in Young.

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Rangers have "talked at least internally about the possibility" of bringing back Michael Young.

Heyman notes that the possibility of a trade "can't be characterized as probable." The Rangers' main area of focus is acquiring a right-handed hitting outfielder, but with Lance Berkman out indefinitely, Young could be used in the DH spot. He would also be an option at first base against left-handed pitching.

FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports that the Red Sox and Yankees are among about a dozen teams who have checked in with the Phillies about the availability of Michael Young.

The Red Sox would play Young at third base while the Yankees could shuffle him between the hot corner and first base. Interestingly, Rosenthal notes that the Red Sox sent VP of player personnel Allard Baird to watch the Phillies in back-to-back series just prior to the All-Star break. Still, it's unclear if the Phillies will sell, as they sit at 48-48 on the year and are reportedly in the market for outfield and bullpen help. Young, who will be a free agent after the season, as a full no-trade clause.

Michael Young delivered a walkoff RBI single in the 13th inning on Saturday, leading the Phillies to a 2-1 victory over the White Sox in the nightcap of their doubleheader.

Young finished the game 2-for-6. His game-winning knock came with two outs in the inning, and scored Jimmy Rollins from second base after he had advanced on a sacrifice bunt. It was a much needed victory for the Phillies, after they dropped the first game of the doubleheader in extra innings earlier in the day. With the two-hit effort, Young now owns a .292/.348/.419 line on the season.

According to Rob Bradford of WEEI.com, the Red Sox "have not engaged in a single conversation" with the Phillies regarding a trade of infielder Michael Young.

George A. King III of the New York Post reported on Saturday afternoon that both the Red Sox and Yankees are plotting a possible Young deal. And now come the denials. Young, 36, is batting .289/.348/.412 with five homers and 21 RBI in 74 games this season for Philadelphia. Boston and New York could use immediate infield help, but there's only smoke and no fire at the moment.

The New York Post reports that the Yankees have expressed interest in Michael Young.

The Phillies haven't decided whether they should be sellers at the non-waiver trade deadline, but have indicated that Young could be available. With the status of Alex Rodriguez still up in the air, he would be an immediate starter at third base. The Red Sox are also among the teams that have been linked to Young.

Michael Young went 4-for-6 and hit his fifth homer Friday against the Dodgers.

Young has been great since getting a look in the leadoff spot, going 14-for-30 with six runs scored in seven games. He's stopped drawing walks of late -- he has just one in 99 at-bats this month -- but he's hitting for average and showing a little more power, making him a better fantasy third baseman.

Michael Young is not in the Phillies' lineup Thursday.

It appears to just be a day of rest. Kevin Frandsen is taking Young's spot at third base.

Michael Young went 3-for-4 with three doubles in the Phillies' win over the Nationals on Tuesday.

Young doubled in a run and scored in the Phillies' decisive three-run sixth inning, his second of the night against Nationals starter Ross Detwiler. The 36-year-old is hitting .288/.356/.390 this season.

Michael Young will bat leadoff for the second straight game Friday against the Brewers.

Young batted leadoff Thursday for the first time since 2004 and went 3-for-5 with a run scored, so Phillies manager Charlie Manuel isn't going to mess with what works. John Mayberry, Jr. is also hitting second and playing center field again. Meanwhile, Ben Revere remains on the bench.

Hitting out of the leadoff spot for the first time since 2004, Michael Young went 3-for-5 and scored a run on Thursday, helping to lead the Phillies to a 5-1 victory over the struggling Brewers.

While he isn't hitting for much power, Young knows how to work the count and has been getting on base at an acceptable clip, so it's not outlandish to think he could remain in the role. While his fantasy value has been minimal this season, the boost in runs scored that he would see hitting atop the lineup should help his cause.

Michael Young will bat leadoff Thursday against the Brewers.

This will be his first start out of the leadoff spot since way back in 2004. Young isn't driving the ball much these days, but he has already drawn 24 walks in 53 games. It's not a bad way to use him.

Michael Young is back in the Phillies' lineup Tuesday against the Marlins.

Young was activated from the bereavement list prior to Monday's game, but didn't make an appearance. The 36-year-old is batting .258/.347/.354 in 51 games this season.

Phillies activated Michael Young from the bereavement list.

Young missed the last five games, but is expected to return to the lineup Monday night. The Phillies have optioned Michael Martinez to Triple-A Lehigh Valley to make room for him on the active roster.

Michael Young is expected to be activated from the bereavement list Monday.

Young has been away from the team since Wednesday. It sounds like he'll be back in the lineup when the Phils host the Marlins Monday night. The 36-year-old Young has just 11 extra-base hits through his first 178 at-bats of the season.

Phillies placed 3B Michael Young on the bereavement list.

Young is permitted to stay on the bereavement list for a minimum of three days and a maximum of seven. Cesar Hernandez will take his place on the active roster.

Michael Young hit a solo home run in the Phillies' defeat of the Red Sox on Tuesday at Fenway Park.

Young's first-inning shot off Ryan Dempster snapped an 0-for-22 slump. The veteran infielder is still batting just .258/.347/.354 with two home runs and 11 RBI in 51 games this season and is hardly fantasy-relevant.

Michael Young turned in his fifth straight hitless game Monday, going 0-for-5 against the Red Sox.

Young has followed up a .341 month of April by hitting .171 with no homers and four RBI in 82 at-bats this month. He's still drawing walks and he'll probably resume hitting singles soon, but he's not much of a fantasy third baseman these days.

Michael Young was hitless in four at-bats in Friday and has just one RBI over his last 14 games.

Young has a decent .280 batting average to go along with a .378 on-base percentage, but he has done little else to help in fantasy leagues. Through 47 games, he has just one home run to go along with 10 RBI. With his penchant for ground balls (he had three ground outs on Friday), we're not banking on a power resurgence.

Michael Young is not in the Phillies' lineup Saturday.

It's just a scheduled day off for Young. The Phillies are going with Freddy Galvis at third base in his place.