MLB rumors: Why Rockies' Ian Desmond, 3 more MLB stars will sit out season

Ian Desmond has the Texas Rangers in first place and himself in line for a big contract - Sports Illustrated

Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman, Rockies' Ian Desmond among first players to opt out of 2020 MLB season - The Boston Globe

MLB Star Ian Desmond Opts Out of MLB 2020 Season

MLB rumors: Why Rockies' Ian Desmond, 3 more MLB stars will sit out season

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MLB All-Star reveals why he's opting out for 2021 season amid $70M contract - Good Morning America

Rockies OF Desmond decides to sit out this season – KGET 17

MLB 2020: Ian Desmond of Rockies opts out of abbreviated season

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Ian Desmond will not play 2020 season

Ian Desmond and Rockies' other big-money players must deliver big in 2019

Washington Nationals: Ian Desmond returns to DC

Ian Desmond and Ryan Zimmerman the latest MLB players to opt out of the 2020 season over COVID-19 concerns – The Virginian-Pilot

Ian Desmond May Return By Friday? Anthony Rendon In September? Washington Nationals' Manager Davey Johnson's Pregame Comments. - Federal Baseball

Several baseball players are opting out of the 2020 MLB Season, citing 'personal health and safety