Seattle Mariners fans rejoice. We have a guy who can possibly replace Miquel Olivo at the catching position. In comes catcher John Jaso from the Tampa Bay Rays for rookie pitcher Josh Lueke. He who was acquired from the Rangers in the Cliff Lee deal.
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TEAMS: Seattle Mariners, Tampa Bay Rays, Philadelphia Phillies
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