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After talking pay cut, Giants to release center David Baas

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 29: David Baas #64 of the New York Giants in action against the New York Jets during their pre season game on August 29, 2011 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

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The Giants are serious about a new look on offense, and they’re going to create it from the inside out.

According to Jordan Raanan of NJ.com, the Giants will cut center David Baas, taking an oft-injured big number off the books.

Baas, who was their big free agent signing three years ago, missed most of last year with knee and hip problems. Coupled with his $8.225 million cap number, it made it an easy call for the Giants.

Along with the retirement of David Diehl, the Giants figure to have a much different look up front.

There was some talk about a pay cut for Baas, but they’ve also been connected with Saints free agent Brian de la Puente