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Xander Bogaerts opts out of Boston Red Sox contract; what's next for All-Star shortstop?
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Bogaerts reportedly leaving Red Sox to sign with Padres for 11 years, $280 million
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Xander Bogaerts rumors
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Xander Bogaerts' contract is 7th-largest for free agent ever, would have set Red Sox record
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Red Sox far apart in Bogaerts, Devers contract talks
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Will Xander Bogaerts re-sign with Red Sox? Latest on shortstop's projected deal – NBC Sports Boston
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Padres land free agent shortstop Xander Bogaerts - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Red Sox: 3 essential items in any Xander Bogaerts contract offer
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Xander Bogaerts officially opts out of Red Sox contract, becomes a free agent for first time