Seattle's interest in Joe Espada could give the Mariners an inside edge

While the Houston Astros remain quiet on how to proceed with their future , other clubs are making their own moves, including their division rival, the Seattle Mariners. On Tuesday, MLB.com's Mark Feinsand reported that Astros manager Joe Espada will meet with the Mariners about their current managerial opening. The Mariners fired manager Dan Wilson at the end of the regular season, and the Astros granted Espada permission to speak with Seattle.