If the MLB rumors are true, could we see the Detroit Tigers sign Aramis Ramirez to play third base in 2012?
Ramirez has parted ways with the Chicago Cubs already, making him a free agent, and one of the top ten players available this offseason. True, he may not command the type of response from teams after such players as Albert Pujols, Prince Fielder and Jose Reyes, Ramirez will likely come with a much lower price tag attached. He could make some team’s holiday wishes come true.
Detroit would be a decent fit for Ramirez. While Comerica Park is much larger than the friendly confines of Wrigley Field, it is plenty open enough for him to pound out at least 20 home runs and a slew of doubles. He is coming off of a season in which he batted .306 with 26 homers and 93 RBI for the Cubs. At 33, his career is still at a top level.
Aramis Ramirez would be an offensive upgrade over Brandon Inge and Wilson Betemit.
While Ramirez is not known for his defense, unl...
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TEAMS: Detroit Tigers, Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Yankees, Miami Marlins, Texas Rangers
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