Manny.. to the Tornadoes?

Posted on January 31, 2009

Here's an article dug up by my friend Andrew from theRopolitans.com:

Manny Ramirez was offered a two-year contract by...the Worcester Tornadoes.

That is absolutely hilarious. The Worcester Tornadoes are part of the CanAm baseball league, the Canadian American Professional Baseball League. Here's the official press from the Tornadoes themselves:

Worcester, MA January 27, 2009 -- The Worcester Tornadoes Professional Baseball Team has offered a contract to free agent outfielder Manny Ramirez for two years worth $24,000. The deal would pay the 12-time Major League Baseball All-Star approximately $3,000 during each month of the Can-Am Baseball Season. Unlike Major League Baseball, the Can-Am League operates with a salary cap, and the deal for Ramirez would be on par with other veterans in the league.

“I feel Manny would really enjoy playing in Worcester and hitting in our ballpark. Although I would be concerned about the cars traveling on I-290 during his at bats, it’s a risk worth taking,” said General Manager, Jorg Bassiacos. Director of Player Personnel Brad Michals added, "Manny certaintly has the stats to be amongst the leaders of the league next season. Although issues regarding health have surrounded him in the past, I think he will find that the shorter schedule will boost his performance to a new level and serve as the ultimate showcase for his natural skill."

The contract was sent to Ramirez around 2:00 EST on Tuesday, January 27, 2009.

Amazing. I hope he does sign with them just to see what Scott Bora$ will do.