January 4, 2009 The Marlins apparently told the Red Sox that Hanley Ramirez was untouchable and that the teams never got into discussions of what players might return him to Boston's system, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:Josh Beckett is still pitching and pitching well for the Red Sox, so that deal wasn't a complete disaster even with Mike Lowell's bad hip, but it still looks like the Marlins got the better end of it now.
December 30, 2008 The Red Sox inquired about Marlins' shortstop Hanley Ramirez after missing out on Mark Teixeira, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:The Marlins listened, but an agreement was not reached and the discussion has ended. The Marlins like Jacoby Ellsbury and Clay Buchholz but are not willing to let their elite shortstop go.
November 24, 2008 The Marlins told Hanley Ramirez he cannot participate in winter-ball in his native Dominican Republic, according to the Palm Beach Post.
Our View:The team made the decision as they are already preparing for him to participate in the World Baseball Classic.
November 13, 2008 Hanley Ramirez won his first career Silver Slugger on Thursday, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:Ramirez is arguably the top offensive shortstop in the majors. He hits for more power than Mets counterpart Jose Reyes, with a similar average. Reyes does hold an edge in stolen bases, but Ramirez still gives fantasy owners significant production in that category.
September 28, 2008 Hanley Ramirez is not in Sunday's lineup, according to the Miami Herald.
Our View:He reaggravated a left shoulder injury while diving for a ground ball on Saturday. He will only be available to run, but will be facing unfavorable field conditions as it continues to rain at Shea. Rookie Cameron Maybin will lead off and roam center field and Alfredo Amezaga will start at short.
