The Yankees are looking to add a starter before the trade deadline.

New York general manager Brian Cashman has reached out to about 20 teams to discuss a potential trade for a top starter, according to a report from ESPN. Cashman said Friday he will continue to make phone calls.

"This team has really earned the right to get reinforced if we can possibly find a way," Cashman said to reporters. "We really like the team we've got, and we'd certainly love to make it better if it's possible."

The Yankees rotation has recently struggled with injuries. Starter Jordan Montgomery underwent Tommy John surgery last week while Masahiro Tanaka was placed on the 10-day disabled list with hamstring strains in both legs.

But, Cashman said the Yankees would not consider including potential AL Rookie of the Year Gleyber Torres in a trade. Torres has hit .295 with 13 home runs and 33 RBIs in 45 games this season.

"Come on now," Cashman said about dealing Torres. "I've got to walk around this city."

The Yankees currently hold a 44-20 record this season. They’ve won six of their last eight games.