The New York Yankees already made the offseason’s biggest splash, and they’re reportedly considering another move that might blow the competition out of the water. Fanrag Sports’ Jon Heyman reported Friday, citing sources, that the Yankees again contacted the Baltimore Orioles about third baseman Manny Machado. Heyman did indicate a deal — at least at this time — “seems less than great,” but he also pointed out the Yankees might have the best chance to land the superstar third baseman from the O’s. As Heyman points out, the Yankees have been able to shed some burdensome payroll in the last year or so — despite acquiring Gianca... NESN.com
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Orioles’ Manny Machado Rips Red Sox After Second Pitch Sails His Way
The Boston Red Sox-Baltimore Orioles drama continued Tuesday night at Fenway Park. A pitch thrown by Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale sailed behind Orioles third baseman Manny Machado in the top of the first inning, and both benches were warned. Afer the game, Machado strongly voiced his displeasure with the Red Sox after seeing a second pitch come his way ever since he spiked Red Sox second basemen Dustin Pedroia two weeks ago. Hear Machado’s rant against the Red Sox in the above video from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo from Patrick McDermott/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com
Manny Ramirez Lightened Mood Throughout Red Sox’s 2004 World Series Run
BOSTON — Johnny Damon could never hit quite like Manny Ramirez, but when the former Red Sox teammates reconvened Wednesday at Fenway Park, at least Damon wasn’t rocking whatever that thing was Ramirez had on his head. “I’m just glad my hair still looks a lot better than his,” Damon said. Damon and Ramirez were back, along with the majority of the 2004 Red Sox, to celebrate the team that won the World Series and ended an 86-year championship drought. Despite the slugger’s ugly exit from Boston in 2008, the mere mention of Ramirez brought a smile to the face of every alum in attendance. Not surprisingly, the infamous diving outfield cutoff play – which Damon had some fun with during Ramirez’s ceremonial first pitch