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The A’s are trying to acquire Chone Figgins for Kevin Kouzmanoff and perhaps a pitcher, according to Joe Stiglich of the Contra Costa Times. Figgins, 33, could play third base for the A's, who missed out on free agent Adrian Beltre.

The Mariners owe Figgins $26MM through 2013 and the infielder's contract includes a vesting option for 2014. Figgins hit .259/.340/.306 last year with 42 stolen bases and 74 walks. He led the league with 101 walks in 2009, stealing 42 bases and posting a .298/.395/.393 line for another AL West team, the Angels.

The Braves inquired on Figgins last July, but there hasn't been reported interest in him since.

By Ben Nicholson-Smith [January 28 at 8:47am CST]

I have mixed feelings about Chone Figgins. What do you think about him?

Im with you,I feel he'd be a great fit as a lead off hitter,and make up for the loss of Davis in stolen bases,without looking at the stats I do feel Kouzmanoff is a better defensive player and he does had some power that we lacked,and if were just looking to get rid of Kouz I'd trade him to Toronto and use Adam Roslaes at 3rd when he returns from injury,I think Adam is another Figgins type when given playing time.