Multiple outlets are reporting that both outfielder Raul Ibanez and pitcher Jarrod Washburn have been claimed on waivers during their waiver periods.  The teams that claim them have to work out a deal with Seattle by a deadline depending on the exact time they made the claim.  Washburn seems to be certain to be dealt to another club, where as Ibanez is a different situation.

Ibanez will bring two compensatory first-round draft picks if he leaves via free-agency after the 2008 season, meaning the offer Seattle gets in return they would have to feel is better than the two picks they would receive.  There is also speculation as there should be that both sides want to work out an extension.

All in all expect Washburn out, and Ibanez to stay unless of course a team offers a great package.  The way Raul has been hitting, this could be very possible.  If Wash leaves, expect Ryan Feierabend to get his shot for the rest of the season in the rotation.

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