LOS ANGELES -- Frank McCourt said fans have voiced their desire for him to re-sign outfielder Manny Ramirez, but the Los Angeles Dodgers owner sidestepped questions even about his interest level in doing so. "We'll cross that bridge when we get to it," McCourt said prior to Tuesday night win over the Padres, adding that he would be more willing to address those questions after the season. Ramirez casually expressed his willingness to finish his career with the Dodgers on his second day in the clubhouse, but that it would cost McCourt plenty. In order for the trade to go through, it was agreed upon that the two $20 million options on Ramirez's contract would be dropped, allowing him to become a free agent to seek a long-term deal. As for the final two months of his existing eight-year, $160 million contract, Ramirez has certainly held up his end of the bargain by forcing his way into the National League MVP conversation. He's hit an astounding .395 with 16 homers and 51 RBI in 49 games with the Dodgers, who are 28-21 since acquiring Ramirez July 31. For the season, Manny's numbers (.330, 36 HR, 119 RBI) are more than impressive."Manny's been great for the team," McCourt said. "He's been an exciting baseball player. He's been everything we've hoped for when we traded for him. "It's one of those things where you make a decision you hope works out great, and they don't all work out. It's been wonderful. It's great when they work out. I give all the credit in the world to Manny and his teammates."(Distributed by Scripps Howard News Service, www.scrippsnews.com.)
McCourt mum on re-signing Manny
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