The Blue Jays, a team on the fringes of contention, are discussing a trade for Mariners outfielder Raul Ibanez.
The Jays are 9 ½ games back in the AL East, but only 6 ½ games back in the wild-card race.
If the Jays acquire Ibanez, a potential free agent, they likely would offer him salary arbitration at the end of the season.
If Ibanez accepted arbitration, the Jays would retain him for another year. If he signed with another club, they would receive two high draft picks.
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