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Started by Macker, Jan 16 2009 07:29 PM
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#17
Posted 19 August 2010 - 02:42 PM
Manny Ramirez To The Rays: Five Reasons Tampa Bay Should Reel Him In
By Matt Esposito
(Featured Columnist) on August 14, 2010
With a rehabilitation assignment approaching later this week, Manny Ramirez is nearly ready to return from a calf injury that has sidelined him for nearly a month.
While his return may be anticipated; his days in Dodger blue could be numbered, as the the likelihood of him being traded is still very high.
If a move is imminent, there are a handful of destinations that could prove to be a good fit for the veteran slugger. Many of suitors would likely be contenders that could use some extra pop in the lineup.
One team that fits that criteria and would definitely benefit from Manny's services is the Tampa Bay Rays. Currently leading the AL Wild Card race, the Rays seem to be willing to push the envelope to do whatever they can to win the AL East, and the 2010 World Series.
If they acquired Manny Ramirez, he would certainly be an intricate piece of the Rays playoff puzzle, and a very smart acquisition.
Here are the five biggest reasons that the Rays take a risk and bring Manny in for their playoff push.
A return to the AL East for Manny Ramirez would develop into one of the most compelling story lines down the stretch in Major League Baseball this year. The rivalry that the Red Sox and Yankees have built has grown into one of the most unparalleled in all of sports.
If the Rays added Manny, it gives the Red Sox and Yankees another reason to be frustrated with the increasingly pesky Rays franchise. In the eyes of the Yankees especially right now, the Rays are a solid up and coming organization.
With Manny Ramirez added to the squad, it gives the Rays a player that Yankee fans simply hate. The Red Sox would also have to see the Rays differently as well. It would add another dimension to an AL East that is built on rivalries, and it would be very good for the game.
Tensions would easily rise between the Rays and Yankees, making every game between the two that much more intriguing and meaningful. The second half of the 2010 season would become much more storied if Manny moves back to the AL East.
More here: http://bleacherrepor...l-him-in#page/1
By Matt Esposito
(Featured Columnist) on August 14, 2010
With a rehabilitation assignment approaching later this week, Manny Ramirez is nearly ready to return from a calf injury that has sidelined him for nearly a month.
While his return may be anticipated; his days in Dodger blue could be numbered, as the the likelihood of him being traded is still very high.
If a move is imminent, there are a handful of destinations that could prove to be a good fit for the veteran slugger. Many of suitors would likely be contenders that could use some extra pop in the lineup.
One team that fits that criteria and would definitely benefit from Manny's services is the Tampa Bay Rays. Currently leading the AL Wild Card race, the Rays seem to be willing to push the envelope to do whatever they can to win the AL East, and the 2010 World Series.
If they acquired Manny Ramirez, he would certainly be an intricate piece of the Rays playoff puzzle, and a very smart acquisition.
Here are the five biggest reasons that the Rays take a risk and bring Manny in for their playoff push.
A return to the AL East for Manny Ramirez would develop into one of the most compelling story lines down the stretch in Major League Baseball this year. The rivalry that the Red Sox and Yankees have built has grown into one of the most unparalleled in all of sports.
If the Rays added Manny, it gives the Red Sox and Yankees another reason to be frustrated with the increasingly pesky Rays franchise. In the eyes of the Yankees especially right now, the Rays are a solid up and coming organization.
With Manny Ramirez added to the squad, it gives the Rays a player that Yankee fans simply hate. The Red Sox would also have to see the Rays differently as well. It would add another dimension to an AL East that is built on rivalries, and it would be very good for the game.
Tensions would easily rise between the Rays and Yankees, making every game between the two that much more intriguing and meaningful. The second half of the 2010 season would become much more storied if Manny moves back to the AL East.
More here: http://bleacherrepor...l-him-in#page/1
"Whereas scientists, philosophers and political theorists are saddled with these drably discursive pursuits, students of literature occupy the more prized territory of feeling and experience." - Terry Eagleton
#18
Posted 19 August 2010 - 09:35 PM
That would be a huge move for the Rays. Manny usually behaves and commits himself to winning when he changes uniforms. Putting him in the Rays lineup combined with their pitching staff and that should scare the shit out of all the teams in contention for the playoffs.
#20
Posted 23 August 2010 - 03:05 PM
Mets suck and it is time to trade Johan Santana to a team that has a chance at winning and get some prospects in return. The man is wasting some great years on a team that has no direction thanks to a piss poor GM and Manager. Here's to hoping that Torre takes the managers job next year.
#22
Posted 23 August 2010 - 10:40 PM
Yanks still can't get it done against the Blue Jays.
"Whereas scientists, philosophers and political theorists are saddled with these drably discursive pursuits, students of literature occupy the more prized territory of feeling and experience." - Terry Eagleton
#23
Posted 24 August 2010 - 11:03 AM
Manny Ramirez going on waivers?
By Mark J. Miller
Tue Aug 24 02:36am PDT
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez has spent the last couple of years in Southern California and a friend of his tells Yahoo! Sports' Tim Brown, "Manny's days in L.A. are over."
Brown reports that Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti will put Ramirez on waivers this week.
The 38-year-old veteran of 17 years has full no-trade rights. Any team that wants him will have to get negotiations done by midnight on Aug. 31 if the team wants him on the postseason roster.
He's hitting .312 in 62 games but has only slugged eight homers this year. Three trips to the DL have a lot to do with that.
Brown reports that the Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago White Sox, and an undetermined National League team all called Colletti at the trading deadline this year to see if Ramirez was available. But no deal happened because the Dodgers thought they were still in the National League West race and Ramirez was on the DL.
http://sports.yahoo....?urn=mlb-264670
By Mark J. Miller
Tue Aug 24 02:36am PDT
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez has spent the last couple of years in Southern California and a friend of his tells Yahoo! Sports' Tim Brown, "Manny's days in L.A. are over."
Brown reports that Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti will put Ramirez on waivers this week.
The 38-year-old veteran of 17 years has full no-trade rights. Any team that wants him will have to get negotiations done by midnight on Aug. 31 if the team wants him on the postseason roster.
He's hitting .312 in 62 games but has only slugged eight homers this year. Three trips to the DL have a lot to do with that.
Brown reports that the Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago White Sox, and an undetermined National League team all called Colletti at the trading deadline this year to see if Ramirez was available. But no deal happened because the Dodgers thought they were still in the National League West race and Ramirez was on the DL.
http://sports.yahoo....?urn=mlb-264670
"Whereas scientists, philosophers and political theorists are saddled with these drably discursive pursuits, students of literature occupy the more prized territory of feeling and experience." - Terry Eagleton
#25
Posted 24 August 2010 - 09:38 PM
Fingers crossed for The Rays so I can seem him at the Dome next month.
"Whereas scientists, philosophers and political theorists are saddled with these drably discursive pursuits, students of literature occupy the more prized territory of feeling and experience." - Terry Eagleton
#29
Posted 25 August 2010 - 10:59 PM
Went to the Yanks/Jays game tonight - should have some pictures up tomorrow.
"Whereas scientists, philosophers and political theorists are saddled with these drably discursive pursuits, students of literature occupy the more prized territory of feeling and experience." - Terry Eagleton
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