Brewers Eyeing Starting Pitchers

Regarding the Brewers' search for starting pitching, we heard yesterday that John Lackey is unlikely while Jarrod Washburn and Doug Davis are possibilities.  Today, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel has further details.

Brewers GM Doug Melvin didn't seem to rule out Lackey, saying:

"It depends what they’re asking for.  I don’t know if it could fit or not. I might have to make some other moves to make it fit."

Haudricourt says Randy Wolf could be a more reasonable target; Melvin met with his agent Arn Tellem at the GM Meetings.  Wolf is seeking a multiyear deal.  Tellem's agency also represents Joel Pineiro, Rich Harden, and Vicente Padilla, by the way.

Haudricourt adds that Melvin spoke to Steve Canter, who represents Davis.  Plus, Scott Boras confirmed the Brewers' interest in Washburn.  And what about Braden Looper, who has a $6.5MM mutual option?  MLB.com's Adam McCalvy says that's due Saturday.

Another Brewers note: Melvin reiterated that Prince Fielder is not available, and confirmed that he'd like to pursue a long-term extension with his first baseman before the season begins.