Washburn Likely Gone w/in 48 Hours

Look for the M's to deal Jerrod Washburn within the next 48 hours as talks on him are heating up. The most likely suitors include Milwaukee, LA Dodgers, Philadelphia and the New York Yankees. Although Wash isn't a type A free agent, teams that don't want to pay Macy's department store prices on Doc Halladay, might pay a Wal-Mart rate for our boy. Big rumor is circulating that the M's are willing to part with:
* Jeff Clement
* Brandon Morrow
* Russell Branyan
* Vlad Belentien (of course)

Strong feeling that Jack has his eyes on major league ready talent inclduing: a middle infielder, starting pitcher (with #2/#3 potential) and power bat.

One particular rumor has the M's trading in a 3 team deal w/ Cleveland and Tampa Bay to get Scott Kazmir and Reid Brignac. Kazmir could be a potential ace -- same age as Brandon Morrow only much more potential.

I love you Jack Z!