There have been several media outlets reporting that the Yankees have offered up a contract to Manny Ramirez for 3 years/ $75 million. Yankees GM Brian Cashman says thats not true, but isn't that what they all say. While there's always some truth to any rumor floating around, Reflections of Blue will remain at DEFCON 5 until further developments break.
The Dodgers were very smart in making the initial offer low (after all why tip your hand) but low offers are made for a reason. Let the dust settle, wait until someone else throws out a number, and then shift into buying or selling gear (see: Furcal, Rafael). If for some reason Manny Ramirez signs with the Yankees for the above amount, the Dodgers are going to have a hard time explaining a sell.
Until we reflect again, happy holidays.
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BOOOOOO!!!!
Pass on Manny. Thanks.
Too expensive. Too old. Too much like Jeff Kent.
Manny and Kent couldn't be more opposite. Kent is a tightass and Manny is as loose as they come. His attitude transformed the clubhouse and the youthful exuberance was contagious.
Manny and Kent could both be considered clubhouse cancers...but Manny was flawless as a Dodger.
Dusto-what do you think the Dodgers should do?
Don't tell me you want Adam Dunn!
Signing Manny is not a make or break for the Dodgers, but he is the best option out there for them. His offensive numbers aside, Manny brings an enthusiasm to the Dodgers clubhouse that has been absent since the days of Gibby. Even if he's stirring up things, at least we're seeing SOME emotion. Remember how dull the dugout was without him? He injects a fire and a competitiveness that this young team desperately needs.
All we need is a starting pitcher.
The best option is Randy Johnson. He wont cost us any picks and he wont be a long term cancer. He might cost 10-12 million but if he gives us what he gave AZ last year he transforms our team.
I don't want Manny, Dunn, Abreu, Garland, Perez, or anyone else. Johnson is all we need.
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