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Ian Desmond Opts Out Of 2020 Season - MLB Trade Rumors
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Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times
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National Equality Rally
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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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Notable Deaths in 2021