"Ubaldo Jimenez never thought it would come to this. When he jogs onto the mound tonight at Petco Park, it could be for the last time as a Rockie.

"I am human. Of course I think about it," Jimenez said.

The Tigers and Indians aggressively pursued Jimenez on Friday, with the Yankees and Red Sox lurking, ready to pounce if the price comes down. The Rockies haven't changed their demands, asking for a minimum of three players - two top prospects, one of which must be a pitcher.

"I know it's a business. It's not easy," Jimenez said. "I will just keep working hard."

The Indians were willing to discuss top pitcher Drew Pomeranz, considered the future anchor of their big-league rotation."