The Mariners signed former Brewers utility man Russell Branyan to a one year deal worth 1.4 million dollars, according to FOXSports.com. Branyan hit .250 with 12 HR in 132 at-bats this season, so he will make for a good go-to guy off the bench for the Mariners. The Mariners are also listening to offers about Adrian Beltre and JJ Putz, but nothing is serious just yet.