Giants still talking to Manny (MLBRumors)
According to ESPN.com’s Buster Olney, the Giants are still talking to Manny Ramirez. Giants president Larry Baer said “we’ve got interest. But it’s one of those things where it’s got to fit.”
Some executives say the Giants want to prevent the Dodgers from getting Manny on a one year deal, but aren’t about to start a bidding war. If they end up with a Hall of Fame player for a year because of it, they’d be happy.
As one executive said, few teams have enough money remaining to sign Ramirez, so the Dodgers could conceivably offer $30MM over two years and still make the highest bid.
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jp’s comments:
As customary with a big rivalry like Red Sox/Yankees, and Giants/Dodgers, this should be interesting to see what happens with Manny. Of course Manny doesn’t care where he goes just as long as he’s the center of attention. I have a feeling it won’t be the Dodgers. But stay tuned, cause we’re close to the conclusion.
