Ryan Zimmerman

Zimmerman is yet another player locked into a deferred deal with the Nationals, although his deal is unique compared to his other teammates. He has a $10 million personal services contract that will pay out over five years after retirement.

While he ultimately decided to opt out of the 2020 season due to the pandemic, Zimmerman did come back for the 2021 season. He didn’t want his potential final season to be cut short and overshadowed by the shortened season. He hung it up for good at the end of 2021, with the Nationals retiring his number as well.