The Yankees are unlikely to acquire Paul Byrd from the Indians, according to FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal. The Bronx Bombers have been frustrated with their pursuit of the Mariners' Jarrod Washburn and were "kicking around" the idea of trading for Byrd, but it appears that their interest is only mild.The Rockies are also rumored to be interested in Byrd, but they also don't appear to be aggressively pursuing the veteran.

The New York Post reports that the talks between the Yankees and Mariners for Jarrod Washburn have been "all but non-existent" of late. The Mariners have made ridiculous requests for Washburn from both the Yankees and the Rockies, and they'll have to lower their asking price if they want something to get done. [...]

The New York Post reports that the talks between the Yankees and Mariners for Jarrod Washburn are dead. The Mariners have made ridiculous requests for Washburn from both the Yankees and the Rockies, and they'll have to lower their asking price if they want something to get done. [...]

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the New York Yankees are entertaining the idea of acquiring Cleveland Indians SP Paul Byrd due to frustration by their attempts at landing Seattle Mariners SP Jarrod Washburn. The Yankees and Indians had not yet exchanged names, but a deal could come together quickly if the Yankees decided to pursue it.

The Mariners apparently don't realize that Jarrod Washburn isn't that good. After a deal that would send the lefty to the Yankees died down, the M's asked the Rockies for outfielder Dexter Fowler and reliever Casey Weathers in exchange for Washburn, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Seattle also wanted starter Jon Niese and/or outfielder Fernando Martinez from the Mets.The Mariners aren't going to get anywhere with those kinds of demands.

The Seattle Post Intelligencer reports that the Rockies were "shocked" when the Mariners asked for both Dexter Fowler and Casey Weathers in exchange for Jarrod Washburn. [...]

The Denver Post reports that the Rockies are interested in Jarrod Washburn.The club is also said to be interested in Josh Fogg and Tim Redding to shore up their rotation.

According to the Denver Post, the Rockies are interested in Jarrod Washburn, along with Tim Redding and Josh Fogg. Their record would normally lead to being sellers, but the NL West being so bad has the Rockies considering buying instead. [...]

The New York Post reported that a Washburn-to-New York deal is "dead" because the Mariners have asked for a quality prospect from the Yankees, believed to be future closer candidate Mark Melancon, and because of the $13.6 million left on Washburn's contract. The veteran left-hander likely would have replaced Darrell Rasner in the rotation.

The New York Post reported that a Washburn-to-New York deal is "dead" because the Mariners have asked for a quality prospect from the Yankees, believed to be future closer candidate Mark Melancon, and due to the $13.6 million left on Washburn's contract. The veteran left-hander likely would have replaced Darrell Rasner in the rotation.

Washburn has turned a corner after struggling for much of the year. It appears the southpaw has regained the form that once made him an 18-game winner for the Angels, and with a move to the Yankees growing more likely, consider making him a part of your regular rotation.

A source in touch with the Yankees and Mariners said late Monday afternoon that a deal for Jarrod Washburn is not going to happen, according to the NY Post. "It's dead," the source said. "They want quality and want (the Yankees) to pay all the money, too. And that's not going to happen."The Post notes that there's still plenty of time to get a deal done, and given Washburn's salary, he is a candidate to be dealt after the non-waiver deadline.

A source tells the New York Post that a deal that would send Jarrod Washburn to the Yankees is "dead." The Mariners want a prospect in addition to the Yankees taking on Washburn's salary, which New York won't do. [...]

Because Washburn has a good chunk of money left on his contract, it is believed the Yankees would absorb salary in lieu of providing a top-caliber prospect to the Mariners. Washburn is owed the remainder of his $9.85 million agreement for 2008 and is due $10.35 million for the '09 campaign. Washburn, 33, improved to 5-9 on Sunday by besting the Blue Jays, hurling eight innings of one-run, four-hit ball to lower his ERA to 4.50. "I'd be lying if I said it wasn't on my mind before the game and leading up," Washburn said.

According to New York Newsday, the Yankees and Mariners "continue to talk about what level of prospect the Yankees would give up in return for" Jarrod Washburn. [...]

After posting an unsightly 9.30 ERA in May, Washburn's settled down to provide owners with extremely reliable innings, as he's compiled a 2.80 ERA while fanning 35 batters over 64 1/3 innings since the start of June. Look for another strong outing from the veteran southpaw when he next toes the rubber, August 1 at home against Baltimore.

Jarrod Washburn, a name that has been rumored in trade talks this weekend, drove up his value on Sunday. He lasted eight innings and allowed four hits and two walks while giving up just one earned run. The run came off a John McDonald solo shot in the fifth.After a May that saw him post a 9.30 ERA, Washburn now has two consecutive months of less than a 3.00 ERA. Still, it's hard to believe that he has simply just become good again. Expect him to run out of gas at some point in the second half.

In perhaps his last start for the Mariners, Jarrod Washburn hurled a gem against the Blue Jays on Sunday by allowing just one run in eight innings. Washburn walked two, struck out two, and allowed four hits. [...]

According to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal, the Mariners still haven't accepted the Yankees' offer of an "average prospect" for Jarrod Washburn. [...]

SI.com's Jon Heyman believes Jarrod Washburn could be traded to the Yankees within the next day or so. Heyman believes the Yankees will take on Washburn's entire salary and give up just a single minor leaguer in return as a result. [...]

Jarrod Washburn reportedly will want something extra in order to waive his no-trade clause to go to New York. According to the Seattle Times, Washburn has told agent Scott Boras what he'd like as far as compensation goes for waiving his no-trade clause if dealt to the Yankees. [...]

Reports indicate the Yankees, while working as one of the busier teams in this year's trade market, are not done, actively seeking a deal to add lefty Jarrod Washburn , according to the Star Ledger.Dan Graziano reports the Yanks and Mariners continue to have serious discussions about a deal that would bring Washburn to the Bronx. The Yankees would like to put disappointing lefty Kei Igawa in the deal, but Seattle's not sold on him yet. The Mariners are looking for some outfield help, and the Yankees might talk about players such as Melky Cabrera, Brett Gardner or Justin Christian in the right deal. Seattle asked about Austin Jackson but was told no. Washburn does have a no-trade clause that would allow him to block a trade to the Yankees, but there's some sense that he would waive it for a chance at a pennant race.

The Mariners have reportedly asked the Yankees for Melky Cabrera and Brett Gardner in a deal for Jarrod Washburn. Apparently, they're also not looking to be saddled with Kei Igawa's contract. [...]

General partner Hal Steinbrenner has authorized general manager Brian Cashman to make whatever moves are necessary before the July 31 trade deadline, according to the New York Daily News. The Yankees' top attraction appears to be toward adding a starting pitcher to the rotation, which potentially would dislodge Darrell Rasner from the back end. If the Mariners -- or anyone -- are willing to take on disappointing left-hander Kei Igawa, he's theirs; Melky Cabrera could also be up for grabs.

Jarrod Washburn will consider waiving his no-trade clause according to the Seattle Post Intelligencer. "I love it here in Seattle," he said. "But at the same time I love to win. I would have to strongly consider (waiving his veto) if it came to me." Washburn probably would most like to go to Milwaukee, his hometown. It's just not clear the Brewers have the ability to add another pitcher after having already traded for CC Sabathia. Rumors of a deal with the Yankees remain strong.With $14 million due over the next two seasons, the Mariners are eager to part with the veteran. Expect him to be dealt prior to the trade deadline.

Jarrod Washburn said Wednesday that he would "strongly consider" waiving his limited no-trade clause. Washburn can't block a trade to teams like the White Sox or Cardinals anyway, but could nix a deal to the Yankees. [...]

Mariners, Yanks continue to discuss Washburn ... [...]

Yankees, Mariners discussing Washburn deal ... [...]

The Yankees may be interested in Seattle starting pitcher Jarrod Washburn, reports Buster Olney of ESPN.com.Although this wouldn't be a blockbuster deal, Washburn has been throwing better the past two months. He has posted a 2.93 ERA in June and a 3.16 ERA in July.

Yankees taking long look at Washburn ... [...]

Though he hasn't been quite as sharp as he was when he compiled a 2.93 ERA in June, Washburn's been relatively reliable of late, surrendering two earned runs or less in three of his last four outings. Ignore the veteran lefty's still-suspect 4.75 ERA and consider him for a spot-start when he next toes the rubber, July 27 on the road against a beatable Blue Jays squad.

The flu bug, which swept through the Washburn family during the All-Star break, has been conquered, and he said the illness cost him three pounds -- and postponed his first start of the second half by two days. And so, instead of facing the light-hitting Indians, he'll take on the powerful Red Sox lineup.

The flu bug, which swept through the Washburn family during the All-Star break, has been conquered, and he said the illness cost him three pounds -- and postponed his first start of the second half by two days. And so, instead of facing the light-hitting Indians, he'll takes on the powerful Red Sox lineup.

LHP Jarrod Washburn is set to return to the mound after missing eight days with the flu, according to MLB.com.The flu bug, which swept through the Washburn family during the All-Star break, has been conquered, and he said the illness cost him three pounds -- and postponed his first start of the second half by two days. Washburn returns to the mound on Monday night in the Mariners' series opener against the Red Sox.

Rumors out of Seattle suggest several teams have contacted the Mariners and may be interested in trading for the services of LHP Jarrod Washburn , according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer.Washburn presents an intriguing commodity, touting one of the hotter hands in the league that happens to be attached to a left arm. Philly had called but is out of the picture following the trade for Joe Blanton. Any team in need of a solid lefty starter (and that's any team in contention for the playoffs) may be on that list as well. We'll keep you posted as more news becomes available.

Over his last seven starts Jarrod Washburn has only two wins but he has allowed more than three earned runs only once in that time for the Mariners.Washburn certainly isn't likely to add much in the ratio categories, and his K total has never been anything to write home about either, but he is on a decent role of late which makes him worthy of starting in AL only leagues.

The Mariners suffered the tough 5-4 loss to the Royals this evening, leaving a great outing from LHP Jarrod Washburn wasted. Washburn pitched six innings, allowing three runs (only one earned) on seven hits with one walk and one strikeout.Washburn walked with no decision and missed a shot to get his third win in four starts due to poor relief pitching. Washburn has lowered his walk totals over recent starts and seems to be rounding into form.

Jarrod Washburn suffered his eighth loss of the season in an eight inning complete game against the A's on Monday night. Washburn allowed four runs on seven hits, walked none and struck out five.The death blow for Washburn was the two-run home run to first baseman, Wes Bankston, the first of his career.

Washburn's takes complete-game loss ... [...]

After a solid six inning start in which he allowed only two earned runs, Jarrod Washburn could be trade bait for teams in need of starting pitching depth, according to the Seattle Times.Washburn has lowered his ERA from 6.99 on May 21 to 5.08. He isn't a great option for fantasy teams at the moment, but getting traded to a team in the National League would increase his value.

Seattle LHP Jarrod Washburn picked up his fourth win of the season, helping his Mariners earned the hard-fought 4-2 win over Toronto. Washburn pitched six innings, allowing two runs (both earned) on seven hits with two walks and four strikeouts.Washburn now sits at 4-7 with an ERA of 5.08. This is his second decision in his last five starts, going 1-1 through June, though he now touts consecutive wins.