BoSox Deal Ramirez as White Sox Land Griffey

Outfielders go noisily, quietly

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Jul 31, 2008 4:17 PM CDT

(Newser) – The Red Sox traded Manny Ramirez at the deadline today, shipping the disgruntled outfielder to the Dodgers in a three-way deal that sends outfielder Jason Bay from Pittsburgh to Boston, reports New England Sports Network. Earlier, Ken Griffey Jr. agreed to a trade from the Reds to the White Sox, boosting the odds that the 20-year veteran will finally play in a World Series, Fox Sports reports.

The Marlins were also in the race for Ramirez, the subject of escalating rumors as the deadline approached and his attitude steadily worsened. The Red Sox will pick up the $7 million remaining on his $20 million salary for this season, SI.com reports. The Pirates will receive reliever Craig Hansen and outfielder Brandon Moss from Boston as well as LA infielder Andy LaRoche and a minor league pitcher.

Griffey waves to the crowd while being honored for his 600th career home run. (AP Photo)

Junior smiles during batting practice. (AP Photo)

The White Sox. (AP Photo)

Boston Red Sox left fielder Manny Ramirez prepares to take batting practice before a baseball game against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park in Boston, Saturday July 26, 2008. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

The Boston Red Sox traded left fielder Manny Ramirez today in a three-way deal. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Ken Griffey Jr. in action. (AP Photo)

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