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Is Joakim Soria an Option for the New York Yankees If Mariano Rivera Retires?

New York Yankees have questions at closer this offseason for the first time since Mariano Rivera's incredible tenure at the position began in 1997.

Rivera is contemplating retirement after tearing his ACL last season, and Rafael Soriano is expected to opt out of the third year of his contract to explore free agency.

Soriano had a stellar season filling in for the future first-ballot Hall of Famer. He saved 42 games and pitched to a 2.26 ERA.

After having issues as the setup man in his first season with the Yankees, Soriano really stepped up his performance when Rivera went down.

Should Soriano opt out, the Yankees will be on the lookout for a new closer.

David Robertson and Mark Montgomery are possible options for ...

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