Yankees and MLB Hot Stove: Giving Manny a Headline
by Lord Duggan on Dec 5, 2011 1:00 PM EST
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Manny Ramirez has expressed interest in making a return to professional baseball
You've probably already heard about this, but Manny Ramirez is thinking about a comeback. I'm probably greatly in the minority with this opinion, but I like Manny and would love for something to come of this. It probably won't, with teams being turned off because he would need to serve a 100-game suspension and is, you know, Manny Ramirez.
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The Miami Marlins have agreed to a six year deal with Jose Reyes for a reported $106MM
The Marlins have been making a lot of waves early in the off-season. It will be interesting to see what their team looks like on opening day.
Six teams are rumored to be interested in the immortal Luis Ayala
Oh.
Pedro Martinez plans to officially announce his retirement
I hear he was pretty good for a while.
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Ayala could probably help a number of teams improve their middle relief
But any team that thinks it’s getting a legitimate 2.00 ERA guy is going to be in for a suprise.
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 1:06 PM EST reply actions
Which is fucking bullshit
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 1:34 PM EST up reply actions
it makes sense
If he hadn’t retired last year, he would have served more than 50 games of his suspension…so I think it’s fair enough.
Besides, we all know he’ll fail the test again with newer, stricter drug policies.
by jimitre on Dec 5, 2011 2:06 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
fake retirement to avoid a suspension - that's just stupid
by waw on Dec 5, 2011 2:26 PM EST up reply actions
Always a way to dodge suspensions. Edinson Volquez got to wait out his 50-game suspension while he was on the DL.
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by Jedi Master A-Rod on Dec 5, 2011 2:47 PM EST up reply actions
I don't think so
By “retiring”, he missed around 150 games last season, and forfeited at least 95% of his $2 million salary. Six of one, half dozen of another I say, especially if he sits out the first 50 games of 2012.
Jesus Montero has to be a full-time catcher, or the Yankees have to trade him. One or the other. Based on the age and contracts of the other players on this team, that's the only place he fits long-term on the Yankees roster.
So by sitting out 150 games
and losing 90+% of his salary for ‘11, and missing 50 in ’12, thus depreciating his value further for whoever signs him, he’s punished less than had he just sat the 100…
gonna go with no on this
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by Cory Braiterman on Dec 5, 2011 2:57 PM EST up reply actions
Serving a supension and quitting/retiring are not the same thing. At all.
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 3:00 PM EST up reply actions
this is my point
Did he benefit financially? Of course not. But what did he do? He screwed over his team, for whom he still could have played some games after serving the suspension. Choosing to retire instead of facing his punishment in my mind was quitting and refusing to take responsibility for what he’d done. Yes, it ended up costing him more in the long run. And it should have, because it was a stupid thing to do.
by waw on Dec 5, 2011 5:29 PM EST up reply actions
It was the Rays.
They had it coming.
by jimitre on Dec 6, 2011 1:38 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
I feel bad for the Mets & their fans
I hate to see any team lose their favorite star players like this.
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 1:39 PM EST reply actions
it's not like the Mets never swooped in and spent money on someone else's free agent
I generally prefer it when small-market stars stay with their “home” franchise, but when another big-market team loses out, it’s just the way things are. And the fact that it’s happening to the Mets is just a bonus.
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 1:57 PM EST up reply actions
Heh, the Mets are a small market team now
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 2:26 PM EST up reply actions
Frankly, I think they made the right move
Reyes is a great player, but he does carry an injury concern and the Mets are nowhere near contention, so it makes little sense for a /450 to shell out elite-shortstop money…..which is of course exactly what the Marlins just did. At least they have a new stadium to try to promote.
Jesus Montero has to be a full-time catcher, or the Yankees have to trade him. One or the other. Based on the age and contracts of the other players on this team, that's the only place he fits long-term on the Yankees roster.
edit - "a .450 team"
Jesus Montero has to be a full-time catcher, or the Yankees have to trade him. One or the other. Based on the age and contracts of the other players on this team, that's the only place he fits long-term on the Yankees roster.
Oh they definitely made the right move in not signing him
But the reasons behind why they couldn’t still do suck, IMO
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 3:28 PM EST up reply actions
It's sad that he died an never got to see himself in the Hall
but atleast he finally got his due
I don't want to hear anymore CP3 to the Knicks trade rumors
by 2xtheBully on Dec 5, 2011 4:44 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
ManRam is negotiating a deal to end his suspension immediately, since he has already sat out over 200 games.
(check the AP). I can’t imagine that he has anything left in the tank, but he is amusing to have around when he’s not an affront to the game.
by designatedquitter on Dec 5, 2011 2:12 PM EST reply actions
He's also facing criminal charges for spousal abuse, according to the four-letter network article
His defense being, to paraphrase, “I didn’t slap her, I just grabbed her arms and banged her head against something”.
Stay classy, Manny.
by waw on Dec 5, 2011 2:28 PM EST up reply actions
He really said that what an idiot but that's Manny for you
I don't want to hear anymore CP3 to the Knicks trade rumors
It disturbs me that the Yankees are one of the teams interested in Ayala
As for Manny, I really don’t care either way so long as Levine doesn’t suggest bringing him to the Yankees.
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Didn't Travis already bring this one to our attention?
or was it one of the other writers?
by waw on Dec 5, 2011 5:33 PM EST up reply actions
mikeaxisa Mike Axisa
RT: @FrankiePiliere: Hearing a lot about Yoenis Cespedes today. Many sources are pointing toward the Yankees as clear front runners for him
Welp…
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by WhatwouldJeterdo on Dec 5, 2011 4:16 PM EST reply actions
I'm not a fan honestly.
There are much more pressing needs on the team. I’m starting to believe that CC-Nova-Garcia-Burnett-Hughes is actually going to be our rotation.
I'll wait until the Mystery Team makes its play
Seriously, though, I hope this is a smokescreen, or his demands are much more reasonable than have been previously reported.
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 4:31 PM EST up reply actions
Ugh
I can see him end up being a delmon young type guy…and also turn out to be older than he is. He really just popped out of no where…
No, he’s been known for quite some time. He defected, which made it seem like he popped out out of no where, as with the bizarre YouTube video.
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by Frank Campagnola on Dec 5, 2011 6:34 PM EST up reply actions
LtL and I will get the Yoenis jokes ready if necessary
Of course he might not even wind up in the majors if we do get him.
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 4:42 PM EST up reply actions
oh, I'm already working on the Yoenis stuff
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 4:48 PM EST up reply actions
Same here!
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 4:51 PM EST up reply actions
It's good to see two male friends get excited about Yoenis
Shows what an accepting place this has become
by waw on Dec 5, 2011 5:31 PM EST up reply actions
Thats interesting
Certainly both positives and negatives to it. Whatever they think is best for the team I suppose.
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I’m certainly interested
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by Frank Campagnola on Dec 5, 2011 6:46 PM EST up reply actions
My guess are the Nationals
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C.J. Wilson Has Six-Year Offer bit.ly/ttH3mS #mlb
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 4:52 PM EST reply actions
that would be crazy
What’s the deal with NL East doormats suddenly throwing money around?
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 5:05 PM EST up reply actions
the Nats have a fairly new ballpark don't they?
I guess all 20 home strasburg starts finally paid off for them
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 5:06 PM EST up reply actions
They want to compete?
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:07 PM EST up reply actions
Well, with Strasburg, maybe the Nationals saw that they do have a legitimate fanbase
So with trying to compete and show their fans that they don’t always want to be the whipping boys of the NL East, they’ll get more attendance. Hey, they have a Shake Shack there.
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:10 PM EST up reply actions
If the Nationals get Wilson, I don’t see how the Mets stay out of last place.
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 5:12 PM EST up reply actions
Oh I don't see how they stay out of last place regardless
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:12 PM EST up reply actions
it's going to be a looooonnggg 5-10 years for the mutts
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 5:14 PM EST up reply actions
I suppose it's possible the Nats can regress and the Mets get a little better
They were only three games apart last year. But with Wilson solidifying the rotation for the Nats and Reyes wearing an ugly uniform on the Marlins, I see the Mets in the cellar.
by long time listener on Dec 5, 2011 5:20 PM EST up reply actions
Without a doubt
Even without Wilson on the Nats, I see them in the cellar
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:41 PM EST up reply actions
Mets will have a good offense even without Reyes.
Maybe even great if Duda hits like he did last year. They need pitching though.
the phillies window is rapidly closing and the Braves are good talent developers but too cheap to pay them
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Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 5:11 PM EST up reply actions
It'll be the Phillies
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Cashman has arrived at the meetings "fashionably late"
twitter says
"I really can't stand that NFL guy, what's his name? Mel, yeah Mel Kiper Jr. He knows about as much about football as a Japanese space pilot." - Coach Trickett FSU
ronburgundy banned by BBS for making comments on MCM, Champion of the People, I bow down in awe
Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 5:27 PM EST reply actions
Buster_ESPN Buster Olney
Brewers indicating to others they are pretty much out on Prince Fielder, and are moving on.
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:48 PM EST reply actions
Furthermore
JimBowdenESPNxm JIM BOWDEN
Nationals are NOT going to play on Fielder or Pujols according toNationals source in the know but they are definitely “in” on Wilson/Buehrle
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 5:58 PM EST reply actions
meaningless former Yankees news
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Dodgers in talks on possible 2-yr deal with jerry hairston. Not done yet
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Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 6:04 PM EST reply actions
2 years for around $6M
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ronburgundy banned by BBS for making comments on MCM, Champion of the People, I bow down in awe
Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 6:05 PM EST up reply actions
Now done. Me=sad
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by WhatwouldJeterdo on Dec 5, 2011 7:20 PM EST up reply actions
I wouldn’t have given him that, I was hoping for a one year deal.
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by WhatwouldJeterdo on Dec 5, 2011 7:53 PM EST up reply actions
meaningless?
i would have thought the yanks would give him a serious look…
by sing_or_die_1818 on Dec 5, 2011 9:49 PM EST up reply actions
BryanHoch Bryan Hoch
Yankees still interested in signing Chavez, Jones, Colon
Ugh to Chavez, yay to Jones and Colon.
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by WhatwouldJeterdo on Dec 5, 2011 6:07 PM EST reply actions
Me too.
I’m sort of undecided on Colon, but generally lean toward wanting him back. If the consensus is he just ran out of gas from the fact he hadn’t pitched a whole season in so long, then I’d like to bring him back. There is part of me that thinks that maybe the treatment just can’t withstand a whole season of work. I don’t know, but I’m generally in favor of having him back again if he can get close to the production he was giving before he went on the DL.
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by WhatwouldJeterdo on Dec 5, 2011 6:19 PM EST up reply actions
I'd welcome Colon back
He had pitched in the Mexican League along with the regular season so I wasn’t surprised he fizzled out. I think he’d be fine. Oh, and I’m drunk and have no idea what I’m talking about and have had to go back and edit my comment 6 times.
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ronburgundy banned by BBS for making comments on MCM, Champion of the People, I bow down in awe
Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 6:10 PM EST reply actions
Gio Gonzalez tidbit
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Not that its his choice, but word is, gio gonzalez would love to go to #yabkees or #marlins
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ronburgundy banned by BBS for making comments on MCM, Champion of the People, I bow down in awe
Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 6:46 PM EST reply actions
Who are the Yabkees?
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by I'mGivingYouARaise on Dec 5, 2011 6:48 PM EST up reply actions
the new Japanese affiliate we have
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ronburgundy banned by BBS for making comments on MCM, Champion of the People, I bow down in awe
Datsyuk, He could deke Victoria out of her secret… He’s THE MAN. posted by Josh Howard on Winging it in Motown 10/13/11
Titans DE Dave Ball on Blount: "It’s like trying to tackle a greased up, naked guy in the shower" 11/27/11
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by nolesbroncos3456 on Dec 5, 2011 6:51 PM EST up reply actions
I'd like to have him
Price would be pretty high, but he’s a really good pitcher. Depends on what Billy Beane wants I guess.
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