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Rockies' Ian Desmond says baseball is 'failing' minorities - ESPN
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Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times
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Ian Desmond: Contract with Rockies doesn't make much sense - Sports Illustrated
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Ian Desmond says homophobia is reason why he won't play baseball - Outsports
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Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond speaks out about racial injustice – Hartford Courant
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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of season and forgoes $5.6 million salary due to COVID risks
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Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond speaks out about racial injustice – Hartford Courant
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Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond speaks out about racial injustice – Hartford Courant
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Ian desmond hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Ian Desmond won't play in the upcoming MLB season, citing racism and coronavirus concerns
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Ian Desmond of Colorado Rockies the latest MLB player to opt out: 'This baseball season is a risk I am not comfortable taking'
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Rockies' Ian Desmond opting to spend 2020 with family instead of playing