Manny, a hot commodity

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Not that he needs the money, but slugger Manny Ramirez could be raking even more green this upcoming season as suitors prepare their offers. Ramirez, coming off a career year, split between Boston and Los Angeles, has dispelled rumors that he is over the hill and has many teams wondering what they can do to land Manny. Ramirez has said he wants a long-term deal, five or six years, but given his age that seems unlikely. However, teams are willing to shell out the cash in the short term. Sports Illustrated has reported that the Dodgers could pay Ramirez up to US$27.5 million per year, for a two-year deal, tying him with Alex Rodriguez as the highest paid player in MLB. Last season he batted .332, with 37 home runs and 121 RBI.

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