Yes, the Seattle Mariners have had a chat with Brian Goldberg, the agent for Ken Grifffey Jr., and talked about 2009.

And shortly thereafter, Kirby Arnold of the Everett Herald talked to Goldberg about all things Griffey.

According to the agent, Junior is down 10-12 pounds since knee surgery last month, wants to play the field but is willing to DH and isn't looking for a fat, long-term deal.

There's more, of course, and you can read what Goldberg had to say on Arnold's blog.

It's the holiday season, and boy, have we got a gift idea for you.

There's a company in Michigan that produces coffins and urns. That may not sound like Christmas to you, but wait.

These particular caskets and urns have within them logos - everything from the American Kennel Club to the Seattle Mariners.

Granted, the Yankees and Red Sox have been selling at a much faster clip.

But you can almost certainly be the first on your block to own a Mariners casket, complete with silky logo. Or an urn, if you're budget-minded.

If you can't stand the suspense any longer, here's a link to an article that even includes a video demonstration.

Live long and prosper - there's even a Star Trek coffin available when you go.