Here’s the latest from The Boston Globe’s Nick Cafardo:

Cafardo says Manny Ramirez could make the Chicago White Sox a playoff team, but it will come down to the Los Angeles Dodgers deciding to trade him or keep him by the Tuesday deadline. If they trade him, he could be facing the Boston Red Sox next Friday.

Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker hopes he does not have to take part in the managerial free agency frenzy that is expected this winter.  “I was out there a few years back working for ESPN and there were seven openings and I didn’t get one of them,’’ said Baker. “I love it right where I am and we’re in the middle of trying to work something out to stay. I love the organization, love working with Walt [Jocketty, the general manager], I love my team. I feel like we’ve built this team together, and it’s been a challenge at times, but it’s paying off for us.’’

Red Sox tried to get right-handed pitcher Justin Masterson back at the trade deadline. Masterson was traded by the Red Sox to the Indians in last year’s deal for Victor Martinez.

There will be a market for free-agent-to-be Victor Martinez this winter, and the Detroit Tigers could be an excellent fit. The Red Sox and Martinez have had preliminary conversation about a contract extension, but nothing of substance.

New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi will come out with a big contract regardless if he goes to the Chicago Cubs or stays with the Yankees.

It would not be surprising to see Milwaukee Brewers manager Ken Macha let go after the season. The Brewers could be targeting
Cliff Lee and Bronson Arroyo this winter.

Magglio Ordonez, 37, will likely try to latch on next season as a designated hitter, but with another team. Cafardo does not think the Detroit Tigers will bring him back. The Tigers are considering bringing back Johnny Damon as their DH.