Manny Ramirez, excitedly expressed his desire to play baseball again in order to achieve 3,000 hits, emphasizing the value of his batting skills.
During the Foundation To Be Named Later's roundtable event on Monday, Ramirez assured everyone that he is still the same fan-favorite slugger known for his unique behavior.
Ramirez and some of his teammates from 2004 are in town for the home opener. The Red Sox will commemorate the 20th anniversary of their historic championship and pay respects to Tim Wakefield, as well as team president Larry Lucchino, who passed away last week.
Despite never officially retiring, Ramirez has continued to pursue his baseball career since his last Major League game with the 2011 Tampa Bay Rays. His endeavors have taken him across the globe, including stints in various baseball leagues.
During his eventful time in Boston, Ramirez established an impressive position on the franchise leaderboards, showcasing his remarkable performance in various statistical categories.
Although he is not part of the exclusive 3,000-hit club in MLB, Ramirez's exceptional career achievements solidify his status as one of the greatest players of his generation, with notable rankings in hits, home runs, and doubles.
Reiterating his unwillingness to retire, Ramirez emphasized his goal of reaching 3,000 hits, illustrating his strong determination to return to the game.
If he is unable to join Tuesday's lineup, Ramirez suggested an alternative way to relive the past glory days of his career.
Referencing his past actions of occasionally disappearing through the door in the Green Monster during games, Ramirez expressed his desire to recreate those moments by coming out of left field.
