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NEW YORK (AP) #8212;Pitcher Andrew Brackman(notes) has been released by the New YorkYankees, four years after signing a contract for a $3.35 million bonus.New York drafted Brackman in the first round with the 30th pick in 2007,knowing the 6-foot-10 right-hander from North Carolina State likely would needelbow ligament-replacement surgery. He had the operation that Aug 24. Brackman made his maj free nfl games or league debut on Sept. 22 this year and had threeappearances, all against Tampa Bay. He allowed one hit and three walks in 2 1-3scoreless innings.Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Tuesday the team declined its2012 option, which called for a salary of $1 million in the major leagues and$500,000 in the minors. Brackman #8217;s contract required that he be released if theoption was decline free nfl games d.New York is responsible for the entire signing bonus, which must be paid byJanuary. Follow Yahoo! Sports' MLB coverage on Twitter. Updated 14 hours, 59 minutes ago free nfl games
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