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Jul 22, 2008 3:54 pm US/Eastern
Report: Manny Lectured By Traffic Cop
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Manny talks with Adrian Beltre (left) and Jose Lopez of the Seattle Mariners during a pitching change at Safeco Field Monday. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
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It appears Manny Ramirez had a rough time leaving Safeco Field Monday night after the Red Sox beat Seattle, 4-0.
Geoff Baker of
The Seattle Times described it in his blog:
"Seems that Boston slugger Manny Ramirez was leaving the ballpark, with headphones on trying to look inconspicuous and quickly get away from the crowds still leaving the stadium. He started to cross South Royal Brougham Way, against the signals of a traffic cop who was directing pedestrians. The police officer demanded that Ramirez open his wallet and show identification. He warned him that he could face a $500 fine and possible arrest for disobeying a police officer.
It became clear to those watching that the policeman had no idea who Ramirez was. He didn't ask for an autograph or anything, but did ask Ramirez if he'd attended the game. After the brief lecture, and no argument from Ramirez, the police officer let him go with no further trouble."
Ramirez has already made headlines this season for altercations with Kevin Youkilis and traveling secretary Jack McCormick.
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