WASHINGTON (AP) – The Washington Nationals have exercised their $9 million option for 2015 on center fielder Denard Span, while declining options on first baseman Adam LaRoche and reliever Rafael Soriano, who become free agents.
The club announced the moves Thursday.
Span, Washington’s leadoff hitter, batted .302 with 31 steals and tied for first in the NL with a Nationals-record 184 hits. He is a Gold Glove Award finalist.
The 34-year-old LaRoche’s deal included a $15 million mutual optional for next season, but Washington instead chose to pay him a $2 million buyout.
Soriano’s contract included a $14 million club option for 2015.
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