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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 pinstripes by adding an additional year at $36 million to the four years and $144 million that had remaining on the contract, sources told ESPN.
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.
Ohtani, Yamamoto help WS ratings soar in Japan
With Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto making their first appearance, the World Series averaged 12.9 million viewers in Japan, the most-watched Fall Classic in the nation's history.
Pagán exercises $8M option, remains with Reds
Right-hander Emilio Pagán exercised his $8 million option for 2025 on Saturday, remaining with the Reds rather than becoming a free agent.
Emotions hit Kershaw at parade 'long time coming'
Clayton Kershaw was hit with the emotions of finally celebrating a World Series championship with the city of Los Angeles on Friday during the Dodgers' downtown parade.
Buehler dons Hershiser's '88 jersey as L.A. parties
The Dodgers, including Shohei Ohtani and his dog, celebrated their eighth World Series championship with a downtown parade and a stadium gathering.
Yanks pick up closer Weaver's option for $2.5M
Luke Weaver, who took over as the Yankees closer in September, had his 2025 option exercised by the team for $2.5 million.
Giants' Snell, 2-time Cy Young winner, opts out
Left-hander Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, has exercised his right to opt out of his contract with the Giants to become a free agent.
Soto predictions: $600 million ... or more?
How much will Soto get paid this winter -- and who could give it to him? Here's our early inside intel.