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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of 2021 season, citing 'desire to be
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OT: The sky is fallin' in Philthadelphia - BallparkGuys
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Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times
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Ian Desmond - Wikipedia
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Ian Desmond lands on 10-day disabled list in D.C.; Rockies
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Washington Nationals: Trea Turner has eclipsed Ian Desmond as best
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Ian Desmond - Wikipedia
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Jeremy Hellickson officially joins the #Natsso, now what
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MLB Star Ian Desmond Opts Out of MLB 2020 Season
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Rockies' Ian Desmond says baseball is 'failing' minorities - ESPN
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The Washington Post
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Ian Desmond Opens Up About His Opt-Out - The New York Times
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