The Athletics have been much more aggressive than many expected early in the offseason. However, they had to draw the line somewhere when the Philadelphia Phillies came calling. The A’s are still searching for a third baseman.

While at the Winter Meetings, Phillies manager Rob Thomson told MLB Network that the club has been asked about Bohm, and they are listening, but that " We're not shopping him ." So for now, Bohm remains a Phillie.

Athletics tried to make a trade with the Phillies for Alec Bohm, but the deal fell apart when they asked for a star rookie in return.

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the most active teams in trade talks this winter, with MLB rumors linking

The Philadelphia Phillies appear willing to trade Alec Bohm, but not unless Dave Dombrowski can overtly fleece the opposing GM, as the Oakland Athletics learned

The Philadelphia Phillies may have some shuffling to do this winter if they want to get back to the top of the heap.