re: St. Louis Cards Fans: What is your opinion of Taveras at this point?

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He can opt out at the end of 2016 if he meets the requirements

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His deal was for five years with a player option for a 6th. He signed in 2012, 2016 would be the end of the original five year deal.

But the contract also allows him to opt out after four years if he either wins the Cy Young or finishes in the top 3 for three of the first four years.