Manny deal 'close to dead'

Manny deal 'close to dead' Thursday, July 31, 2008 \| Print Entry Posted by Peter Gammons A source close to the three-way negotiations involving Manny Ramirez says the deal is close to dead. Florida has reportedly asked Boston for a cash outlay beyond the $7 million to cover Ramirez's contract, in addition to two prospects. That essentially would add up to the Red Sox trading Ramirez, $9 million and two prospects for Jason Bay.

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