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because they offered more money

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Q: Why did Cliff Lee choose the Philadelphia Philles over the New York Yankees?
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No, they did not. On December 15, 2010, Cliff Lee signed a 5 year, $120 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, with a vesting option for a sixth year. The Yankees had offered him more money and more years, but Lee turned them down.


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