So the Mets would figure to pursue a versatile outfielder, someone they could acquire without having to dip into a farm system mostly barren of talent. The underachieving Mariners, having begun looking to the future, released first baseman Richie Sexson on Thursday and could be persuaded to deal the 36-year-old Raúl Ibáñez, who had averaged 27 home runs and 114 R.B.I. over the past two seasons. A familiar name, Xavier Nady, could play both corner spots as well as first base. His Pittsburgh teammate, Jason Bay, is equally alluring but would come at a higher price. Jos� Guill�n has a few deterrents — his combustible personality, his streaky hitting, the $12 million owed for each of the next two seasons — but he would supply right-handed power and strong defense. — NY Times
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