http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/6241678
Fresh from Ken Rosenthal.
The Mariners' interest in free-agent left-hander Barry Zito could stem from a growing realization that they can not sign free-agent right-hander Jason Schmidt, who is high on the Dodgers' wish list.
The chase to sign left-hander Barry Zito continues with the Rangers, Mets and Mariners figuring in the mix. (George Nikitin / Associated Press)
Schmidt, 33, is from the Pacific Northwest, but he also has ties to Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti and new trainer Stan Conte, both of whom he worked with previously with the Giants.