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It's a steal. Had Podsednik stolen second, and Ozuna broke for home on the throw to second, I don't think there'd be any debate. This is the same thing. Maybe not as cool as a flat-out break for home, but still a steal.

QUOTE(ChiSox_Sonix @ Jul 29, 2005 -> 08:48 PM) Anyone think a package of Rowand, Marte and BMac/Anderson/Gio/Sweeney would get it done? Wouldn't get it done, Boston could care less about the prospects, they're playing for this year. If I'm Boston, and looking at the White Sox, I'd be asking for Dye, Marte, and O. Hernandez.

QUOTE(nitetrain8601 @ Jul 29, 2005 -> 08:23 PM) First off, it wouldn't cost as much as you guys think considering we'd be taking on his contract. I don't know why people don't grasp that concept. Um, no. That logic is true in the off-season, where Boston could then go out and spend the $20M/yr they'd be saving on other free agents. That option is not available now. Boston is defending their title and trying to make and advance in the playoffs. If they trade Manny, they would need enough MLB-level talent back to not kill their chances. Giving up Manny cheap might be good for Boston long-term, but would destroy any postseason hopes this year.