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The Mariners might have found their next utility infielder in the Rule 5 Draft -- Reegie Corona.

A blockbuster, 12-player, three-team swap Wednesday night landed the Mariners seven players, including center fielder Franklin Gutierrez from the Indians, but it cost Seattle right-handed closer J.J. Putz, who was traded to the Mets.

The timing could be a little better for a first-time Major League manager, but you won't hear Mariners skipper Don Wakamatsu complaining about the unique challenge he faces during Spring Training.

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