Aramis Ramirez cited his family as the primary reason why he will not approve a trade.
"It is my family consideration," said Ramirez, who has 10-and-5 rights. "If I was single and by myself, then I’d move anywhere and be in a hotel for the last two months. It’s too tough with my family. I earned the right to be in this position and it’s my decision." Ramirez's agent Paul Kinzer told Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com on Monday that his client may approve a deal in August once his family returns home to the Dominican Republic. However, Ramirez would likely want his would want his $16 million option waived if he is traded, so that he could become a free agent after the season. According to MLB Trade Rumors, Ramirez's option "technically becomes guaranteed" if he is traded.