Cruz would bring power to Mariner bats

Baseball season is over but teams are already getting ready for next year, including the Seattle Mariners who made their first big purchase of the season.

According to ESPN.com, the Mariners and Nelson Cruz, free agent and outfielder, have agreed to a four-year, $57 million deal that includes a $1 million signing bonus. The Mariners are expected to make an official announcement today (Dec. 4), as long as Cruz passes his physical.

If Cruz, 34, receives a Mariner jersey and ball cap, he will bring some power to Seattle’s batting order, which is one of the things the team needs if they want to ma...