Could Mariners find Haniger trade partner in the Twin Cities?

The MLB Hot Stove has turned from a blazing fire to a tepid spark and the Mariners can’t even find themselves mentioned in the fizzling rumor mill. But could the make a surprising splash?

We haven’t heard much from the Mariners in the past month. And what we have heard has largely been vague reports and wild speculation. But while the lack of official moves is staggering, there are still talks happening behind the scenes and Seattle is never one to show their cards publicly.

But the silence has reached an alarming level. Seattle still has quite a bit of work to do to even position themselves to survive the 2020 season without rushing guys to the major leagues. And while that is a real…