Cespedes opts out of contract with Mets

Yoenis Cespedes has opted out of his three-year, $75-million deal with the New York Mets, according to multiple reports Saturday. The slugger is leaving $47 million on the table as he enters free agency.

The slugger is expected to receive a qualifying offer before Monday's deadline, allowing the Mets to pick up a draft pick if Cespedes decides to sign with another team.

It's no surprise to see Cespedes opt out, since the two-time All-Star had already made his intention to do so clear.

The Mets would ideally like to have him back, though he's expected to be one of the top free-agent players on the market and will cash in big time.

Cespedes signed a deal with the Mets in January that included an opt-out after this season.

Since joining the Mets last August, Cespedes has slashed .282/.348/.554 with 48 home runs and 130 RBIs in 189 games.