With four years and $144 million left on his contract, a New York Yankees superstar has reportedly opted out of his deal.
The Major League Baseball free-agent class is loaded with star power and just got one more notable reinforcement — at least for the time being.
Three days after pitching the final game of the 2024 World Series, Gerrit Cole has reportedly opted out of his contract with the New York Yankees.
« New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract, sources tell me and Jeff Passan », ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel reported Saturday. « The Yankees can void the opt-out by adding one year and $36 million to the four years and $144 million that Cole had remaining on his deal.
