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  "path": "/2026/04/2026-27-player-option-opt-out-preview-april-edition.html",
  "publishedAt": "2026-04-10T23:34:06.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.mlbtraderumors.com",
  "tags": [
    "MLBTR Originals",
    "Bo Bichette",
    "Clay Holmes",
    "Corbin Burnes",
    "Emilio Pagan",
    "Jose Berrios",
    "Kyle Freeland",
    "Luis Severino",
    "Michael King",
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  "textContent": "At the end of each season, certain players will have to decide whether to stick with their current contracts or become free agents. These contract provisions are sometimes referred to as opt-outs and sometimes as player options. Despite the different terminology, they are effectively the same, with the player being the one making the call. […]",
  "title": "2026-27 Player Option/Opt-Out Preview: April Edition"
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