Dodgers looking at Bobby?
December 29, 2008, 7:42 pmIn addition to Adam Dunn, we’re also hearing that the Dodgers are having discussions with Bobby Abreu’s representation. To be honest, Bobby is going to get shafted in what could have been a solid contract year. He was hoping to earn $16 million per, but now it looks like he could end up earning $10 million, at best. However, the Dodgers could give Bobby a contract closer to $16 million per ($36 million over 3 years?), especially if they feel that Manny Ramirez isn’t worth a multi-year deal.
Looks like Manny isn’t having a good off-season. Dunn or Abreu would be less risky and very affordable in comparison. At this point, I wonder where he’ll end up? The Mets are a good location but they’ve denied any interest in him. He could end up going year-to-year.
Ideally, Manny/Abreu/Dunn all sign with NL teams, thus depleting the AL of some talent. Also means the Rays wouldn’t upgrade at DH.
^they could sign Giambi, which would be an upgrade from Cliff Floyd, but it wouldn’t be nearly as substantial.