The Mariners are talking to outfielder Nelson Cruz and reliever Fernando Rodney, according to CBSSports.com Baseball Insider Jon Heyman.
Cruz and the Mariners have been linked the entire offseason, but things may have heated up in the past few days. The team is willing to hand out a multi-year deal for the 33-year-old outfielder, but it may only be a two-year deal. That deal could contain an option for a third season. Cruz hit .266/.327/.506 in 413 at-bats last year.
Rodney is said to be seeking about two-years, $15 million. It's not clear if the Mariners current payroll situation will allow them to sign both players. Rodney had a 3.38 ERA in 66 2/3 innings last season.