Yahoo Sports: Torre Expects Manny Ramirez to Re-Sign with Dodgers

Rumor alert – Joe Torre has publicly stated that he expects Manny to re-sign with the Dodgers,according to a Yahoo Sports article

“I definitely would be very surprised if he’s not a Dodger,” Torre said.

Of course, Torre says he has no inside information on the topic – could he be a pawn in the current contract negotiations here or is he just mouthing off?

Ramirez is seeking a contract of at least four years. Torre said Ramirez reiterated his desire for a long-term contract in a phone conversation with him Tuesday.