Rockies' Ian Desmond becomes first player to opt out of 2021 MLB

Ian Desmond opts out of 2021 season for Rockies

Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times

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

Former #Nats player Ian Desmond didn't opt-out, he opted-in! Be the change.

Baseball-Rockies' Desmond first MLB player to opt out of 2021 season publicly

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Rockies' Desmond first MLB player to opt out of 2021 season publicly

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