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The Yankees' options to succeed Aroldis Chapman as closer
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Chapman back in bullpen for contender after trade to Rangers
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Aroldis Chapman, Yankees reach deal for $86M, 5 years – Sun Sentinel
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Report: Cubs have offered prospect Gleyber Torres to the Yankees for Aroldis Chapman - NBC Sports
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Yankees, closer Aroldis Chapman agree on deal
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Aroldis Chapman signing with Royals after ugly Yankees ending
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MLB hot stove: Aroldis Chapman passes on opt out, signs extension to stay with Yankees
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Aroldis Chapman, Yankees reach deal for $86M, 5 years – Sun Sentinel
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Why Aroldis Chapman shouldn't opt out of his Yankees contract - Pinstripe Alley
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AL West-leading Rangers acquire once-dominant closer Aroldis Chapman in a trade with the Royals
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Aroldis Chapman Signs With Kansas City Royals, Officially Ending A Mixed Tenure With The New York Yankees
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Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman denies report saying he will definitely opt out of contract after 2019 season
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Aroldis Chapman, Yankees agree to $48M, 3-year contract