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Nick Markakis, an Atlanta Braves outfielder, opts out of the 60
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Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis decides not to play in
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Nick Markakis, an Atlanta Braves outfielder, opts out of the 60
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Nick Markakis rejoins Atlanta Braves after initially opting out of
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Nick Markakis, an Atlanta Braves outfielder, opts out of the 60
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Nick Markakis, an Atlanta Braves outfielder, opts out of the 60
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Nick Markakis retires after 15 years with Braves, Orioles