Sunday: Gonzalez did indeed exercise his opt-out clause prior to yesterday’s deadline, reports Dan Martin. The Yankees have until tomorrow to release him or add him to the big league roster. I’d bet on the former, but what do I know. We’ll see.
Friday: According to Mark Feinsand, veteran lefty Gio Gonzalez is planning to opt out of his minor league contract with the Yankees this weekend. His opt-out date is Saturday, and once he triggers the opt-out clause, the Yankees will have 48 hours to release him or add him to their 25-man roster.