The Yankees are officially in the market for a first baseman after declining Anthony Rizzo's club option for 2025, worth $17 million, making him a free agent.
Yankees decline 2025 option on Anthony Rizzo, Gerrit Cole opts out of deal
After a loss in the World Series, New York has kicked off what is likely to be a busy offseason.
Anthony Rizzo becomes free agent after Yankees decline $17 million option
A three-time All-Star, the 35-year-old Rizzo hit .228 with eight homers and 35 RBIs over 92 games in an injury-interrupted season.
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