Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of season and forgoes $5.6 million salary due to COVID risks

Ian Desmond won't play in the upcoming MLB season, citing racism and coronavirus concerns

Big Stars Are Sitting Out the MLB Season. Other Players Have No Choice but to Play. - WSJ

Baseball's minor leagues cancel 2020 seasons due to coronavirus

Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of season and forgoes $5.6 million salary due to COVID risks

Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of 2021 season, citing 'desire to be with family' - The Athletic

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Rockies' Ian Desmond Opts Out of 2021 MLB Season; Forgoes $13.56M Past 2 Years, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

Rockies' Ian Desmond rips MLB culture, shares angst about race in opt-out message

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