((HT: MiLB.com))
There's all this talk that Manny Ramirez is just down on the farm to help the young kids and get them ready for the big-league Cubs while he's down in Iowa...
But, after this stroke, the HQ isn't so sure...
September...??? Call-ups...???
40-Man roster...???
Yeah, the HQ thinks it'll go down...
Showing posts with label Manny Ramirez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Manny Ramirez. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Sunday, May 25, 2014
Manny Gets To Be Manny In Iowa
((HT: Cubs.com))
The HQ couldn't be more pleased to have one of the sport's more colorful characters back in the game.
After not getting much of a chance with the Texas Ranges organization last season, Manny Ramirez is back as a player-coach with the Iowa Cubs. The Iowa Cubs will use Manny as a mentor-hitting coach for the kids and he'll get an occasional AB.
"We are excited to welcome Manny to the Cubs organization and look forward to him working with our young hitters," Cubs GM Theo Epstein said. "Manny is not only one of the best hitters of all time, he is also a dedicated student of hitting and has proven to be a gifted teacher with younger teammates who have worked with him in the batting cage. Behind the scenes, he has always been a tireless worker who is very serious about the craft of hitting. Manny has made real mistakes in the past, but he has owned up to them and moved his life in a positive direction the last couple of years. He is in a really great place right now and wants to share the lessons he's learned along the way. We think he deserves another chance and that our young hitters will benefit from it."
"While Manny is not and will not be a fit on the Cubs' Major League roster, we do think at this stage of his life he's a nice fit as a mentor for some of the young, talented hitters we have in the organization. Manny will coach full-time and play part-time in a limited role that does not take at-bats away from our prospects. If he shows there is still some magic in his bat, perhaps he will find his way to the Major Leagues and help another team, but that is not why he is here. We are thrilled that he wants to work with our young hitters and make a difference."
"I'm at the stage of my life and career where I really want to give something back to the game that I love -- the game that has meant so much to me and done so much for me and my family," Ramirez said. "I know I am nearing the end of my playing days, but I have a lot of knowledge to pass on to the next generation -- both what to do and what not to do. The Cubs have some very talented young hitters, and I would love nothing more than to make a positive impact on their careers. I am passionate about baseball and about hitting, and I have a lot to offer. While I would love to return to the Major Leagues, I leave that in God's hands. My focus will be on working with the young hitters, making sure they don't make the same mistakes I made, and helping the team any way I can."
Sounds like Manny still wants a shot in the bigs...
And Ben Murray had a visit with him the cage to see what's he's up to...
Plus him talking about it
Welcome back, dude...
Good to have you...
The HQ couldn't be more pleased to have one of the sport's more colorful characters back in the game.
After not getting much of a chance with the Texas Ranges organization last season, Manny Ramirez is back as a player-coach with the Iowa Cubs. The Iowa Cubs will use Manny as a mentor-hitting coach for the kids and he'll get an occasional AB.
"We are excited to welcome Manny to the Cubs organization and look forward to him working with our young hitters," Cubs GM Theo Epstein said. "Manny is not only one of the best hitters of all time, he is also a dedicated student of hitting and has proven to be a gifted teacher with younger teammates who have worked with him in the batting cage. Behind the scenes, he has always been a tireless worker who is very serious about the craft of hitting. Manny has made real mistakes in the past, but he has owned up to them and moved his life in a positive direction the last couple of years. He is in a really great place right now and wants to share the lessons he's learned along the way. We think he deserves another chance and that our young hitters will benefit from it."
"While Manny is not and will not be a fit on the Cubs' Major League roster, we do think at this stage of his life he's a nice fit as a mentor for some of the young, talented hitters we have in the organization. Manny will coach full-time and play part-time in a limited role that does not take at-bats away from our prospects. If he shows there is still some magic in his bat, perhaps he will find his way to the Major Leagues and help another team, but that is not why he is here. We are thrilled that he wants to work with our young hitters and make a difference."
"I'm at the stage of my life and career where I really want to give something back to the game that I love -- the game that has meant so much to me and done so much for me and my family," Ramirez said. "I know I am nearing the end of my playing days, but I have a lot of knowledge to pass on to the next generation -- both what to do and what not to do. The Cubs have some very talented young hitters, and I would love nothing more than to make a positive impact on their careers. I am passionate about baseball and about hitting, and I have a lot to offer. While I would love to return to the Major Leagues, I leave that in God's hands. My focus will be on working with the young hitters, making sure they don't make the same mistakes I made, and helping the team any way I can."
Sounds like Manny still wants a shot in the bigs...
And Ben Murray had a visit with him the cage to see what's he's up to...
Plus him talking about it
Welcome back, dude...
Good to have you...
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Drat! Rangers Release Manny Ramirez
We regret to inform you that one of our OSG Faves, Manny Ramirez is again unemployed.Man-Ram was released from his minor league deal with the Texas Rangers this afternoon after hitting .259, with 3 HR's and 13 RBI's for the Rangers AAA team in Round Rock, Texas.
We were cheering for Manny to make it after starting the year playing in the Taiwanese league and he quickly climbed the ladder of our favorites after he or someone playing the role of Manny re-tweeted and replied to our tweet and story about him being signed by Texas.
You can read that story from July 3rd, RIGHT HERE
Rangers GM Jon Daniels released a statement saying "Based on our evaluation there was not a spot for Manny on the club at this time. We released him so he could pursue other opportunities."
We suspect the recent waiver wire deal for former White Sox OF Alex Rios sealed our hero's fate.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
The Return of Man-Ram (Manny Ramirez):From Taiwan To Texas
The 41-year old, formerly-banished slugger Manny Ramirez is returning to American baseball. Yes, not quite as shocking as Brad Stevens leaving Butler to coach the Boston Celtics, but a surprise never-the-less.
Ramirez has spent most of the year making headlines while playing for the Taiwan EDA Rhinos of the Chinese Professional League. He signed a minor league contract and will report to the Texas Rangers AAA Round Rock team.
And yes, according to the teams Minor League rules he'll be cutting his trademark dreadlocks.
You'll recall, Man-Ram last appeared in an MLB game in 2011 with the Tampa Bay Rays, rather than face a 50-game for having elevated testosterone levels.
The Rangers aren't making a big investment, rather they are taking a flyer to see if Manny really has anything left. He hit .358 in Taiwan and showed some bat speed. However, it's Taiwan isn't the major leagues.
And yes, the joke has already been put out there the Rangers signed Manny as insurance in case Nelson Cruz goes down in the Biogenesis investigation.
Remember this Man-Ram gem from April in Taiwan, he got overshadowed by the ever-eager announcer:
Ramirez has spent most of the year making headlines while playing for the Taiwan EDA Rhinos of the Chinese Professional League. He signed a minor league contract and will report to the Texas Rangers AAA Round Rock team.
And yes, according to the teams Minor League rules he'll be cutting his trademark dreadlocks.
You'll recall, Man-Ram last appeared in an MLB game in 2011 with the Tampa Bay Rays, rather than face a 50-game for having elevated testosterone levels.
The Rangers aren't making a big investment, rather they are taking a flyer to see if Manny really has anything left. He hit .358 in Taiwan and showed some bat speed. However, it's Taiwan isn't the major leagues.
And yes, the joke has already been put out there the Rangers signed Manny as insurance in case Nelson Cruz goes down in the Biogenesis investigation.
Remember this Man-Ram gem from April in Taiwan, he got overshadowed by the ever-eager announcer:
Friday, June 7, 2013
Manny Ramirez With Taiwanese HR, But the Call is Better
((ht: deadspin.com))
Good to see that Manny Ramirez can still entertain people with his home run hitting prowess.
And that prowess was on display again this past night as ManRam amazed teammates, fans and apparently the announce team.
Watch Manny put the ball over the fence, but more importantly, LISTEN to the call of said homer, it will end your work week on a great note. ((Best description ever: That ball is gone like an ex-girlfriend that will never return))
You can't make this stuff up:
Good to see that Manny Ramirez can still entertain people with his home run hitting prowess.
And that prowess was on display again this past night as ManRam amazed teammates, fans and apparently the announce team.
Watch Manny put the ball over the fence, but more importantly, LISTEN to the call of said homer, it will end your work week on a great note. ((Best description ever: That ball is gone like an ex-girlfriend that will never return))
You can't make this stuff up:
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