Yes, the media is exploding with rumors of Manny Ramirez being traded to the Marlins. Best source I can find is MLBTR which has been updating these rumors regularly.
Marlins GM Mike Hill had to cancel his appearance on tonight’s broadcast so let the speculation continue.
Update: Of course, Mike Berardino says NFW
Update 2: So the Red Sox want Jeremy Hermida, Ryan Tucker, and Mike Stanton (Jason Stark / ESPN). Two good prospects sounds expensive for a rental player.
Update 3: My take on Ken Rosenthal’s latest update that the Fish will not include Stanton: The Marlins are seriously talking about acquiring Manny Ramirez.
Update 4: Here is what was supposudly submmited to the Commisioner’s office for approval:
Marlins get Manny Ramirez, one prospect (BOS), and cash (likely Ramirez’s remaining salary)
Pirates get Jeremy Hermida and three prospects (two FLO, one BOS)
Red Sox get Jason Bay and John Grabow
Update 5: Nice dramatic feel in this writeup by the Palm Beach Post.