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Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times
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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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Colorado Rockies make decision on Ian Desmond, who's opted out of past 2 seasons, Rockies
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Ian Desmond, Colorado Rockies outfielder, opts out of 2021 MLB season
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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of second straight MLB season
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