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Ex-Oriole Hernandez 'surprised' by his trade -
LAS VEGAS - Former Orioles catcher Ramon Hernandez knew he would eventually be replaced by prospect Matt Wieters . He just didn't expect it to happen this soon. "I know they like that kid Wieters, and I know they want to make a role for him, but I was surprised because it was that quick," said ...
Ramon Hernandez Traded to the Reds
Ramon Hernandez Traded to the Reds
jorgesaysno.blogspot.com — We look into why the Ramon Hernandez-Ryan Freel trade makes sense.... (more) Ramon Hernandez Traded to the Reds
Reds complete swap for O's Hernandez | reds.com: News
Reds complete swap for O's Hernandez | reds.com: News
cincinnati.reds.mlb.com — LAS VEGAS --- Getting catching help was something the Reds considered premium this offseason and Ramon Hernandez... was on the short list from the start. After weeks of on and off talks, the Reds completed a trade on Tuesday that brought Hernandez to ... (more) Reds complete swap for O's Hernandez | reds.com: News
Reds acquire Ramon Hernandez
Reds acquire Ramon Hernandez
jinaz-reds.blogspot.com — Today marks the first trade of the offseason for the Reds: Sent: Ryan Freel, Justin Turner, and... Brandon Waring Acquired: Ramon Hernandez + ~$2 million First, what the Reds got: Ramon Hernandez, 32-year old catcher Year  ... (more) Reds acquire Ramon Hernandez
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Oriole Post - Baltimore Orioles Analysis & News; The World of Baseball and Beyond — ... As well, Ramon Hernandez was surprised by his trade to Cincinnati (as if we were); Aubrey Huff won the Outstanding Designated Hitter Award -- well deserved ...

"I know they like that kid Wieters, and I know they want to make a role for him, but I was...
Camden Chat — ... of the game. I really had a good time in Baltimore. I played my hardest. I gave it my best when I was there. I guess that's just the way baseball is. You're here one day, and the next day you are in another place." "If it's the blame I'm getting, I got to take it," Hernandez said, maintaining he felt no bitterness. "If the blame is on me, I can take the blame. But I was trying my hardest. If it didn't work out, at least I was going to try my hardest." Whatever you say, Razor. ...

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