"Bellinger is coming off a productive year with the New York Yankees that saw him hit .272/.334/.480 with 25 doubles, 29 home runs and 98 RBI in 152 games. The 30-year-old declined his player option at the end of the 2025 season to test the market, but was widely expected to work out a new deal with the Yankees. That hasn't been the case so far, and the Yankees are now preparing for Bellinger to sign elsewhere, via ESPN's Buster Olney:"
"Bellinger is believed to be seeking a five-year contract with an average annual salary of more than $30 million per season. The Yankees reportedly made Bellinger a contract offer, but it seemingly fell short of what he is looking for. If Bellinger goes elsewhere, the Yankees could pivot to signing one of the top remaining free agents, such as Kyle Tucker or Bo Bichette."
"Bellinger's original team, the Los Angeles Dodgers, are said to have interest in a potential reunion with the two-time All-Star, but only if he is willing to accept a short-term contract. That doesn't appear likely at this point given that Bellinger is still holding out for more of a long-term deal. Bellinger's other former team, the Chicago Cubs, has been mentioned as a possible landing spot as well."
Cody Bellinger hit .272/.334/.480 with 25 doubles, 29 home runs and 98 RBI in 152 games for the Yankees last season. He declined his player option after the 2025 season to test the market and was widely expected to re-sign with New York. Negotiations between Bellinger and the Yankees are at an impasse, and the Yankees are preparing for him to sign elsewhere. Bellinger is reportedly seeking a five-year contract with an average annual value above $30 million, and the Yankees' offer seemingly fell short. The Dodgers have interest only on a short-term reunion, while the Cubs appear unlikely after a major signing, leaving other free agents as potential targets.
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