This started with respect to the rumours of the Brewers trading Peralta a year before he hits free agency. Y'all know that signing pitchers long term is a very risky proposition. For a small market team, a bad contract will be a huge anchor. Not so concerning for the Dodgers.
Of course they are kicking tires on trading Peralta. It's just smart business for a small market team. The Rays, the Marlins, the Pirates, etc all do the same.
ROI for a small market team is maxed by drafting, scouting, development. The Brewers and Rays just do it best.