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Phillies pick $9M option on playoff stud Lee
The Philadelphia Phillies have picked up Cliff Lee's $9 million option for 2010. The team announced the expected move on Friday, two days after losing the World Series to the New York Yankees. Lee's contract expires after next season, though general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said the team is open to signing the star left-hander to a long-term deal. Lee, 31, was acquired from the Cleveland Indians on July 29 for four minor leaguers, and quickly became Philadelphia's ace. Lee posted a 3.
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Phillies Notes: Phillies undecided on extension for Lee
philly.com — NEW YORK - The Phillies have not yet decided whether to offer a contract extension to pitcher Cliff Lee this off-season, but they have discussed the possibility internally."Clearly, it's on our minds, but we haven't made a decision if we will yet," ... (more) Phillies Notes: Phillies undecided on extension for Lee
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