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Cubs, Phillies, And Mets Still In On Ibanez

Raul Ibanez remains high on the list of at least three playoff-caliber teams, with the Cubs, Phillies, and Mets each talking to his agent this week.

Mariners' GM Jack Zduriencik talked to Ibanez?s agent but was returning the call, not making an offer.

Via Tacoma News Tribune


Stottlemyre Won't Return As M's Pitching Coach

Mel Stottlemyre will not return as pitching coach of the Mariners next season.

He spent one season with Seattle after coaching with Joe Torre in New York for ten years.

"I had a desire to come back, but at the same time, I let them know that a new manager should be able to bring in his own coaching staff," Stottlemyre told The Seattle Times.

Former Athletics' and Mets' coach Rick Peterson is rumored to be a candidate to replace Stottlemyre.

Via ESPN


Lowe Also Receiving Interest From Giants, Seattle, Phillies And Others

Derek Lowe is drawing interest from a long list of teams, including the Mets, Braves, Phillies, Giants, Mariners, Yankees, Red Sox, and Dodgers. Lowe is believed to prefer a move back East, where he appreciated the extra intensity when he played for the Red Sox from 1997-2004.

Via SI.com


Putz Is The Mets' Top Priority?

The Mets have targeted Seattle closer J.J. Putz as their priority.

He is signed for 2009 at $5 million with an option for 2010 at $8.6 million or a $1 million buyout, which is a lot less than the expectation of free-agent closers such as Francisco Rodriguez and Brian Fuentes.

Because the Mariners are in rebuilding mode, they are likely to consider dealing the closer.

Via Rocky Mountain News


Mariners Also Interested In Teixeira

The Nationals, Orioles, Red Sox, Yankees, Giants, and Mariners are believed to be among the teams interested in Mark Teixeira, according to a report on Friday.

Via SI.com


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