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Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross won't play in 2020
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Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross won't play in 2020
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From Nats to Oblivion; updating for the 2019, 2020, and 2021 seasons at Nationals Arm Race
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Ian Desmond won't play in the upcoming MLB season, citing racism and coronavirus concerns
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Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross won't play in 2020
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Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman opts out of MLB's return
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Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross opt out of 2020 season - ESPN
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David Price, Felix Hernandez opt out of 2020 MLB season amid coronavirus pandemic - Athletics Nation
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2020 Rival Season Preview: Washington Nationals - Fish Stripes
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Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross won't play in 2020
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Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross won't play in 2020
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Rosenthal: Players who opted out find themselves in unfamiliar role of spectator - The Athletic