Action News has learned the team made the move because they're looking to land veteran Gary Sheffield, who was released by the Tigers on Tuesday morning.
The 40-year-old Sheffield is one home run shy of 500 in his career.
GM Ruben Amaro Jr. confirmed the Phillies are interested and have talked to his agent about making a deal.
The 31-year-old left-handed hitter signed a two-year contract on December 20, 2007, that included a mutual option for 2010. The /*Phillies*/ are responsible for his entire salary, including the buy-out option, unless he is claimed on waivers.
In 115 games last season, Jenkins batted .246 with 16 doubles, 9 homers and 29 RBI. He was on the disabled list from August 23 until September 10 with a right hip flexor strain.
The veteran of nearly 12 major league seasons played in his first postseason in 2008. He had one hit in four postseason at-bats, a double in the resumption of Game 5 of the World Series that led to the go-ahead run.
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