Rumor has it.

MLB Trade Rumors has an interesting, um, rumor involving Adam Jones ('04) and a former Kane County Cougar.

Mariners targeting Blanton

So far this winter, we haven't heard much about the Mariners getting involved for Joe Blanton. However, Buster Olney says today that "it appears they are in the thick of the trade bidding" for the 27 year-old righty. Blanton has a career ERA of 4.10 with a below-average K/9 of 5.24 and better-than-average BB/9 of 2.37.

Olney believes Adam Jones would be required for Seattle to acquire Blanton.

That link in the excerpt takes you to a Buster Olney article at ESPN.com, but you must be a subscriber to ESPN INsider to see it.

Click on the article title and read some of the comments from Mariner fans regarding this trade.