Anthony Rizzo's $17 million option for 2025 has been declined by the New York Yankees, opting for a $6 million buyout instead, which makes him a free agent.
The 35-year-old first baseman had an injury-plagued season, hitting .228 with eight homers and 35 RBIs over 92 games. He missed significant time due to a fractured forearm and later suffered additional injuries.
A three-time All-Star and 2016 World Series champion with the Chicago Cubs, Rizzo has a career average of .261 with 303 homers over 14 seasons.
