Ichiro, M's Close to Contract

Today, the word around Mariner Nation is that Ichiro is very close to signing a contract thought to be for 5 years and $100 million. This speculation comes after Ichiro's mentality has seemingly changed, and he has openly admitted that the team has rid itself of its losing ways.

This is the best possible news for everyone, except for teams who were ready to take a stab at the 7 time all star in the offseason. The bottom line is that if Ichiro re-signs, we will be closer to guaranteeing half-a-decade of winning instead of more years of losing.

Side Note: Jason Stark of ESPN just mentioned where he thought would be the best fit for Barry Bonds next season: "A west coast team where Bonds can be the DH, Seattle would be a good fit."