Manny Being Many Things ... But He's Not Being a Dodger Yet

Another weekend's over and another Manny Ramirez classic is up for quote of the week honors. This time the Boston slugger admits he's “tired” of the Red Sox in an interview with ESPN Deportes. He even said Boston could send him to L.A. if it wanted (as if Joe Torre wants ManRam rolling around left field at the Ravine). For the record, GM Ned Colletti has denied a report the Dodgers inquired about Ramirez.

“I could choose a team that offers me the best conditions or one in the chase for the postseason,” Ramirez said.
“I don’t care where I play, I can even play in Iraq if need be. My job is to play baseball.”

Some other notable quotes from the week in sports:

“I feel good, other than the fact that my face is blown up.”

— Reds pitcher Josh Fogg, after he was hit in the face by a ball during warm-ups. He chipped a tooth and needed 30 stitches. No wonder he struggled in Sunday's outing.

“You can talk to Brett yourself. If we have permission, I’m sure you do, too.”

— Tampa Bay coach Jon Gruden, when asked by reporters if the Bucs are interested in Brett Favre. Are you tired of Favre yet? In case you haven't heard, he didn't show up to camp Sunday. OK, no more Red Sox, Yankees or Brett Favre tidbits for another month.