In an article by FOXSports’ Jon Paul Morosi, a source tells him that Zack Greinke’s no-trade list includes teams such as the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox and the Washington Nationals. He can block trades to an additional twelve teams for a total of 15 no-trade teams.

The Kansas City Royals are open to moving their right-handed starting pitcher, and many teams in desperate for starting pitching are interested. The Yankees are especially interested in the aftermath of losing Cliff Lee to the Philadelphia Phillies.  However, the Yankees may think twice should they acquire the right-hander.  He’s 0-2 with career 8.82 ERA in 16 1/3 innings in the Bronx.

A no-trade clause in a player’s contract does not necessarily mean you won’t see Greinke in pinstripes or in a Red Sox uniform. It gives Greinke negotiation leverage to be financially compensated through cash or a contract extension.

Greinke is signed through the 2012 season, and he leaves little doubt that he’ll sign a new deal if the Royals are not competitive. The 2009 American League Cy Young Award winner will make $13.5 million each season for 2011 and 2012.