Mariners reportedly nearing deal for Cozart

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The Seattle Mariners are nearing a deal to acquire shortstop Zack Cozart from the Cincinnati Reds, according to the Tacoma News Tribune’s Bob Dutton.

Cozart, who turns 31 on Aug. 12, has re-established himself this season after a disastrous knee injury last season. He is batting .266/.317/.462 with a career-high-tying 15 home runs and 41 RBIs while maintaining a reputation for superb defensive ability. Making $2.9 million this season, Cozart will be third-time eligible for arbitration this offseason.

On June 10, 2015, vs. the Phillies, Cozart tore both the anterior cruciate and lateral …

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