Chone Figgins

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com, the Mariners are willing to take on salary in order to trade Chone Figgins.

Interest remains “tepid,” according to Morosi. The Reds, Tigers and Giants seem like possible fits, though all three are probably waiting to see if they can sign a better option through free agency. Figgins, who turns 34 in January, batted .188/.241/.243 over 313 plate appearances this season. He is owed $9 million next season and $8 million in 2013. His contract also includes a $9 million vesting option for 2014 if he makes 600 plate appearances in 2013, which could complicate matters.

According to Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com, the Mariners are willing to send cash along with Chone Figgins in a potential trade.

Sources tell Morosi that the Mariners view the Reds, Tigers and Giants as possible fits, though it’s not clear if any have interest. Figgins, who turns 34 in January, batted .188/.241/.243 over 313 plate appearances this season. He is owed $9 million next season and $8 million in 2013. His contract also includes a $9 million vesting option for 2014 if he makes 600 plate appearances in 2013, which could complicate matters. The Mariners would likely have to absorb nearly all of his remaining salary to make a trade palatable for anyone.