Since not much is going on in the New York sports world today, I figured I'd focus on talks surrounding Manny Ramirez becoming a New York Met...or lack thereof.
According to Mets Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon, GM Omar Minaya hasn't even brought up the idea of signing the free agent left fielder. My question is: WHY NOT?
The Mets are in need of a power hitter in their line-up, especially as they move into the hitter-friendly Citi Field. Not to mention, the team needs another outfielder and one that can stay healthy after the few disastrous seasons with injury-riddled Moises Alou. In addition, players such as David Wright have said that they would be happy with Manny in the clubhouse.
Of course, Ramirez brings with him all the "Manny Being Manny" antics that have made him infamous over his career. The Red Sox wanted him away from their clubhouse and made sure it happened. However, Manny played great in the National League for the Dodgers, and could likely do the same with the Mets despite playing in a significantly tougher division.
If the Mets are smart, adding another big-name guy like Manny Ramirez, who consistently posts great numbers, will not only bring an added buzz to the "other" New York team but will also fortify a line-up that is not as scary as it once was and help support a rotation that was not as stellar as it once was.
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UPDATE: The Mets have made a signing. No, it wasn't Manny. The team agreed on a minor league contract with Pitcher Freddy Garcia. He will compete for a rotation spot with the team as expected. The Yankees were among the other finalists for the veteran, who had shoulder surgery in 2007. A fine signing for the Mets if he can return to be the 17-game winner he was in 2006 with the White Sox.
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