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The 2018 Replacement-Level Killers: First Base
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Ian Desmond's decision to opt out opens door for Rockies' Yonathan Daza, others
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MLB All-Star reveals why he's opting out for 2021 season amid $70M contract - Good Morning America
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How the Colorado Rockies should use the designated hitter if it stays in 2021
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Colorado Rockies OF Ian Desmond opts out of second straight baseball season - ESPN
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MLB players opting out of 2020 season: David Price, Ian Desmond, Ryan Zimmerman headline list of players sitting out due to coronavirus concerns
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Ian Desmond opts out of 2021 season for Rockies
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Ian Desmond: Rockies OF opts out amid COVID-19 concerns - Sports Illustrated
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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of 2021 season, citing 'desire to be with family' - The Athletic
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Colorado Rockies make decision on Ian Desmond, who's opted out of past 2 seasons, Rockies
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Several baseball players are opting out of the 2020 MLB Season, citing 'personal health and safety