Yankees decline 2025 option on Anthony Rizzo, Gerrit Cole opts out of deal

After a loss in the World Series, New York has kicked off what is likely to be a busy offseason.

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Cole exercises opt out but Yankees can keep him by adding 2029 salary, Rizzo option declined

Gerrit Cole exercised his opt out from his New York Yankees contract, giving the team two days to void the opt out by adding a $36 million salary for 2029.

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Yankees' Gerrit Cole opts out of contract; team expected to retain ace by adding to current deal

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole reportedly opted out of his nine-year, $324 million contract with four years still remaining, but New York is expected to keep the right-hander by adding one more year to ...

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Rizzo's $17 million option declined by Yankees

Anthony Rizzo's $17 million option for 2025 was declined Saturday by the New York Yankees in favor of a $6 million buyout, making the first baseman a free agent.

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Gerrit Cole free agency: Yankees' ace reportedly opts out of contract, but New York can still keep him

The Yankees can add a year to Cole's option to void the opt out

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Gerrit Cole Opts Out of His Contract, but the Yankees Could Prevent Free Agency

New York can void the ace’s opt-out by adding a 10th year and an additional $36 million to his current deal.

Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday

Sources: Yankees ace Cole opts out of contract

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract, leaving the team with the ability to ensure he remains in New York by adding an additional year at $36 million to the four years and $144 million ...

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Yankees decline RHP Lou Trivino's club option for 2025 season

The Yankees declined their 2025 club option for RHP Lou Trivino on Sunday, making the 33-year-old a free agent.

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MLB contract option decisions: Sean Manaea opts out of Mets deal, Jordan Montgomery remains with D-backs

Here is a roundup of the offseason's most notable option decisions

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$Rizzo at first base for Yankees in ALCS opener against Cleveland, 16 days after fracturing fingers$

Rizzo at first base for Yankees in ALCS opener against Cleveland, 16 days after fracturing fingers

Anthony Rizzo was back in the New York Yankees’ lineup for the American League Championship Series opener, just 16 days after fracturing a pair of fingers when hit by a pitch

Sports - ABC News - October 14

Here's the Yankees' full ALCS roster against Guardians, including Anthony Rizzo

Here is the Yankees' full 26-man roster as they take on the Guardians in the best-of-seven ALCS.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

Mets decline Phil Maton's option for 2025, making him a free agent

The Mets are declining the 2025 option on reliever Phil Maton, whom they acquired from the Rays last season.

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Report: Montgomery exercises $22.5M option with Diamondbacks, Pederson opts out

Montgomery, 31, signed a one-year deal last March worth $25 million, but didn’t live up to the high price tag, finishing 8-7 with a 6.23 ERA over 117 innings.

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Report: Ray declines opt-out in Giants contract to remain with team

Left-handed pitcher Robbie Ray reportedly declined the opt-out in his Giants contract and will remain with San Francisco for at least two more seasons.

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Yankees World Series Notes: Gerrit Cole named Game 1 starter, plus the latest on Nestor Cortes

Here’s the latest from Yankees manager Aaron Boone ahead of the team’s World Series matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers…

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Beyond ace Gerrit Cole, Yankees’ 2024 World Series rotation is taking shape

The Yankees have only announced Gerrit Cole as their Game 1 starter for their upcoming World Series matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the remainder of the plan is taking shape behind the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Can Gerrit Cole send this World Series to L.A.? Here's why Yankees are confident he can

New York is handing the ball -- and its season -- to its ace. And the Yankees wouldn't want it any other way.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

Yankees Game 5 World Series pitching primer: Gerrit Cole, Luke Weaver, Nestor Cortes

With the Yankees heading into another must-win game on Wednesday, here's the latest reporting on Gerrit Cole's health, and the availability of Luke Weaver and Nestor Cortes.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

What's next for Yankees? Juan Soto is the priority, but questions loom about Aaron Boone, Gerrit Cole, payroll

The Yankees have plenty of questions to address after losing to the Dodgers in the 2024 World Series

Sports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago

Anthony Rizzo injury: Yankees first baseman makes ALCS roster after breaking fingers at end of regular season

Rizzo was out for the ALDS

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

$Anthony Rizzo back on Yankees roster for ALCS after missing divisional round due to fractured fingers$

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