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Mets And Sox Discuss Manny

Officials from both the Mets and Red Sox say there have been discussions about Manny Ramirez and interest in pursuing a deal for him if Boston decides to make him available.

The Red Sox suspect that GM Omar Minaya wants Ramirez more than Mets' ownership does.

Via Star-Ledger


Padres Trying To Unload Giles Onto The Mets?

Brian Giles' name has been connected to the Mets although a Mets' person said that must be the Padres' hope because he's not currently on their radar.

Via SI.com


Mets Won't Trade For Manny?

The Mets are seeking a corner outfielder as the July 31 trade deadline approaches, and Mets GM Omar Minaya has long been an admirer of embattled Red Sox star Manny Ramirez. But even the Mets are saying "no'' to Ramirez now.

Ramirez's latest antics, which included shoving Red Sox traveling secretary Jack McCormick, 62, may discourage all potential suitors in this trade market if the Mets aren't even interested. And Mets people suggest they will not be pursuing Ramirez.

Red Sox GM Theo Epstein told Tim McCarver on FOX's broadcast of the Yankees-Red Sox game that he would try to trade Ramirez if Ramirez would waive his no-trade clause. As a 10-and-5 player, Ramirez has veto power over trades.

Via SI.com


Mets Jul 2008 Archive

  • Giants Shopping Molina And Winn To New York Teams

    One source said the Mets and Giants have talked about Randy Winn, and the Yankees are scouting Bengie Molina.

  • Mets Won't Trade Martinez Or Niese?

    The Mets do not want to trade Fernando Martinez or left-handed pitcher Jon Niese, who are as close to untouchable as anyone in their system.

  • Pedro To Miss Start After Father Dies

    The New York Daily news reports that Pedro Martinez will miss his next start for the Mets, after learning that his father had died in the Dominican Republic.

  • Reds And Mets Also Interested In Street

    The Reds apparently have some interest in Huston Street, according to sources, and the Mets also might make a run at trying to get him.

  • Mets Could Deal For Blake Or Ibanez

    The Mets could make a trade for either Cleveland's Casey Blake or Seattle's Raul Ibanez.

  • Wagner Has Muscle 'Spasm'

    New York Mets' closer Billy Wagner's MRI exam on Tuesday showed a muscle spasm around his pitching arm.

  • Mets' Wagner To Have Shoulder Exam

    Billy Wagner will have his left shoulder examined on Monday after experiencing tightness in his pitching arm during Sunday's game.

  • Mets Push Pedro Back

    Pedro Martinez received a cortisone shot to help heal his strained groin on Thursday and his next start has been pushed back a few days.

  • Blanton Will Start For Phils Against Mets

    Joe Blanton will make his first start as a member of the Phillies on Tuesday against the Mets.

  • Mets Rally For 10th Straight Win

    The Mets rallied for their tenth straight victory on Thursday night with a 10-8 comeback win over the Reds.

  • Mets Looking Towards Blake Or Ibanez?

    With the price for hitters like Matt Holliday and Jason Bay too high for his liking, Mets' General Manager Omar Minaya could look elsewhere for offensive help.

  • Hurdle Was Ready To Use Wright As Pitcher

    With no one left in his bullpen as the 2008 MLB All-Star Game dragged into the fifth inning, NL Manager Clint Hurdle approached Mets' third baseman David Wright about taking the mound.

  • Pelfrey, Joyce Named Players Of Week

    Mike Pelfrey of the Mets and Matt Joyce of the Tigers were named the MLB Players of the Week in their respective leagues on Monday.

  • Pedro Leaves Start, Should Be OK For Next

    Pedro Martinez left a start on Saturday against the Rockies in the fourth inning because of tightness in his right groin.

  • Wright Will Replace Soriano On NL Roster

    Third baseman David Wright of the Mets will replace fan-elected starting outfielder Alfonso Soriano of the Cubs on the National League All-Star roster.

  • Moises Alou Gets Hurt Again

    Mets' outfielder Moises Alou has gotten hurt once again, removing himself from a Double-A rehab start after six inning on Wednesday.

  • NL Final Vote: Wright, Burrell, Rowand, Hart, C. Lee

    Pat Burrell, Corey Hart, Carlos Lee, Aaron Rowand, and David Wright are the five candidates for the final NL roster spot.

  • Beltran Might Move To No. 2 In Mets' Order

    Cleanup hitter Carlos Beltran could move to the number two slot in the Mets' batting order soon.

  • Wright Won't Participate In HR Derby

    Mets' third baseman David Wright isn't likely to participate in the home run derby next week.

  • Luis Castillo Lands On DL

    Mets' second baseman Luis Castillo has landed on the disabled list with a strained left hip flexor.

  • Pedro: I Won't Quit

    Mets pitcher Pedro Martinez claims that he will not quit despite enduring one of the roughest stretches of his career.