Rangers Decline Vladimir Guerrero's Option, Still Want Him Back

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Despite a difficult World Series, Vladimir Guerrero demonstrated his continued worth in 2010. It remains to be seen, however, whether he'll be back with the Rangers for another shot at a title.

Texas on Wednesday declined its $9 million option on Guerrero for 2011. That doesn't mean his time there is done; MLB.com reports the Rangers want to re-sign their designated hitter and believe they'll be able to do so. Guerrero made $5.5 million this year after coming over from the Angels.

"When we signed Vlad last winter, the intent behind the deal was a one year agreement, while the option was a way for us to move some of the salary into the buyout," Rangers GM Jon Daniels said in a statement. "We agreed at that time it wouldn't be exercised. Vlad was outstanding for us this year, on the field and in the clubhouse, and was a big reason we won the American League. No one is closing any doors."

 

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Source: http://mlb.fanhouse.com/2010/11/03/rangers-decline-vladimir-guerreros-option-still-want-him-back/

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