New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has opted out of the final four years and $144 million remaining on his contract, but the team can void the opt-out by adding one year at $36 million, likely retaining him. The Yankees declined Anthony Rizzo’s option and picked up Luke Weaver’s, while considering their rotation depth without Cole and the possibility of bringing in another starter. Cole, a six-time All-Star, had a solid season and postseason, making it a tough decision for the Yankees to let him go as they aim to reduce payroll and potentially retain Juan Soto. the given text for me.
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Gerrit Cole free agency: Yankees’ ace reportedly opts out of contract, but New York can still keep him
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