We can now relax

Yes, Manny Ramirez reported to spring training this morning - 3 days earlier than expected. (Does this make him early/late, late/late or...)

So, what ever will the Boston press obsess and write about now? We've had weeks of non-stop Manny bashing. Oh, I know we wouldn't put up with this kind of behavior from anyone else on the team (well, maybe David Ortiz), but I'm in the camp that says as long as he's fit and ready, fine. Yes, the act is tiring, especially when he essentially quit in September last year. But if he can produce as well as he has in previous years, maybe we should cut him some slack.
(Photo by Matthew West)

And I must say, this Q&A with Manny's agents is just plain ugly. If this is a prime example of how the Boston Media treats our players and their representatives, well, no wonder Manny is Manny. Look at these "questions" -

Manny is 34 now. Do you think it’s time for him to be more accountable instead of being babied like a 12-year-old?

Do you think since he’s your meal ticket, you should try to help him grow up?

I'm surprised that they didn't walk away or sic Manny's other "rep" (see photo above) on them!