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The Associated Press: Reds send Freel to Orioles in deal for C Hernandez
1 day ago LAS VEGAS (AP) The Cincinnati Reds plugged a hole behind the plate, acquiring Ramon Hernandez from the Baltimore Orioles for frustrated utilityman Ryan Freel and two minor leaguers Tuesday. The rebuilding Orioles also receive infield prospects Justin Turner and Brandon Waring. As part ...
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
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 notebook | Cincinnati Enquirer
news.cincinnati.com — Call Jay Bruce a six-tool player. He can hit, hit for power, throw, field, run and lobby.... The lobbying part has come into play in the offseason. Bruce is trying to persuade Jerry Hairston Jr. to return to the Reds. "I've been talking to Jerry a lot," ... (more) Reds notebook | Cincinnati Enquirer
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What You Missed At Baseball's Winter Meetings [Hot Stove Roundup]
Deadspin — ... • The O's also traded catcher Ramon Hernandez to the Reds for Ryan Freel. You know things have gone south in your life whenever your name is preceded by the phrase "frustrated utilityman." [AP] ...

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Roar from 34 - A Baltimore Orioles Blog — ... , why not Huff? As long as they're going to make a bad move, it may as well benefit Baltimore in the process. Ramon Hernandez to the Reds Apparently it’s not just football where players “hear footsteps.” Matt Wieters is creating thunderous echoes for any and every Baltimore catcher as he marches toward Charm City. With the multidimensional (read: not overly talented at any one position) Freel in the fold, the O's are going to have back-ups for their back-ups in the outfield. May as well ...

Introducing Ryan ‘Fr’Real’ Freel to B’more
Mr. Irrelevant — ... The Orioles traded their catcher Ramon Hernandez to the Reds for Ryan Freel and two minor leaguers. The signing of a utility man is thrilling news that surely was enough to pull you out of your Redskins-induced depression. Or not. ...

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Orioles trade Hernandez to Reds for Freel, prospectsUSATODAY.com MLB - Top Stories 12/9/2008
The Baltimore Orioles have traded catcher Ramon Hernandez to the Cincinnati Reds for outfielder Ryan Freel and a pair of minor leaguers.
Reds get C Hernandez from OriolesThe Seattle Times: Sports 12/9/2008
The Baltimore Orioles have traded catcher Ramon Hernandez to the Cincinnati Reds for outfielder Ryan Freel and a pair of minor leaguers.
Analysis: Orioles deal Hernandez to RedsTouching Base: Fantasy Baseball File - NY Daily News Blogs 12/10/2008
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