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The New York Yankees and Cody Bellinger are locked in a tense MLB Free Agency stare-down, with talks now defined by a rejected contract that has stalled negotiations just weeks before spring training. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the Yankees have offered Bellinger a five-year deal worth between $155 million and $160 million with […]

The New York Yankees have been eerily quiet to start the MLB offseason. After bringing in Gerrit Cole, Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, and Max Fried in recent years, many expected another big offseason from Brian Cashman. But now, the Yankees are expecting to lose Cody Bellinger in free agency, meaning they have to sign Kyle […]

Free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger has yet to find a new home this offseason, and the Chicago Cubs’ recent five-year, $175 million deal with third baseman Alex Bregman could impact the star’s market. According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, Bellinger’s age is a factor. Given that Bregman is older and received a five-year deal, it […]

A somewhat perplexing New York Yankees’ offseason has taken another surprising turn. Contract negotiations with free agent Cody Bellinger have reached an impasse, according to ESPN’s Buster Olney. A reunion has long seemed like the most logical outcome, but it appears that general manager Brian Cashman may now have to pivot to another impactful bat. […]

The New York Yankees fans hoping to see Cody Bellinger re-sign quickly may have to wait. Contract talks have slowed, and reports say the two sides are still far apart even after multiple offers in recent weeks. Bellinger, the former NL MVP, opted out of his Yankees contract after a strong 2025 season. He is […]

Where will Cody Bellinger sign? It has been one of the most popular questions of the MLB offseason. Bellinger has been linked to multiple teams as rumors continue to swirl about where he will ultimately end up. Talkin’ Jake from the Talkin’ Baseball podcast recently predicted that Bellinger will land with the New York Mets […]

The New York Yankees don’t like what they are seeing from the Toronto Blue Jays. On Saturday, the Blue Jays signed Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto to a contract for $60 million over four years. While there was no report on the Yankees trying to sign Okamoto, that isn’t stopping fans from expressing their disappointment. “I […]

While the 2025 MLB offseason has had moments of intrigue thus far, one of the sport’s most coveted free agent outfielders has yet to sign. While plenty of suitors have been interested in former MVP Cody Bellinger, his 2025 campaign and specific skillset make him a perfect fit to re-sign with the New York Yankees. […]

Cody Bellinger remains one of the most prominent names of the MLB offseason, as free agency negotiations continue to stall amid a familiar standoff. Talks surrounding Bellinger’s contract now revolve around agent Scott Boras and how far teams are willing to go—speculation that could reshape the New York Yankees’ offseason plans. Bellinger, who finished the […]

The New York Yankees have had a somewhat lackluster offseason thus far. Outside of re-signing infielder Amed Rosario, outfielder Trent Grisham, and one or two other players who might help the team elevate past the Toronto Blue Jays. If captain Aaron Judge has anything to say on the matter, this could change, especially as it […]

Cody Bellinger’s free agency has taken an unexpected turn, and it has less to do with on-field performance and more to do with a contract rumor that briefly sent shockwaves through the industry. As the New York Yankees continue to survey the outfield market this winter, a reported asking price tied to Bellinger sparked immediate […]

The New York Yankees have been linked to a Cody Bellinger reunion in MLB free agency, but it has yet to come to fruition. A number of teams also have interest in Bellinger, and there is a chance that he ends up signing elsewhere. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Yankees […]

After losing players such as closer Edwin Diaz and first baseman Pete Alonso, the New York Mets are hoping to make an impactful addition or two before the end of the offseason. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger could be a perfect fit for the right amount of years. […]

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan was mentioned as a trade candidate ahead of the 2025 July trade deadline. A deal ultimately did not come to fruition, and Kwan helped the Guardians shock the Detroit Tigers and win the American League Central. The Tigers later got their revenge in the playoffs and sent the Guards home. […]

The New York Yankees have yet to make a big splash in the MLB offseason. Trent Grisham signed the qualifying offer, Tim Hill is back on a one-year deal, as is Ryan Yarbrough. Meanwhile, they’ve lost Devin Williams and Luke Weaver, both to the New York Mets. It is time for the Yankees to stop […]

The race for free agent Cody Bellinger has been an interesting chase, with several teams displaying interest. But now, the New York Yankees seemingly lead the chase to re-sign Bellinger over the New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB insider Jim Bowden. “The market for Cody Bellinger is robust, with the […]

The New York Mets have not had a stellar offseason, but they may have designs on luring a former Yankee to Flushing. According to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com, the Mets are “very in” on outfielder Cody Bellinger, who spent the 2025 campaign in the Bronx. This is not the first time that Bellinger has been […]

The San Francisco Giants are looking to build a contending ball club. The team has been mired in mediocrity for the past few seasons. Signing a versatile star such as Cody Bellinger could help the Giants take a big step forward. While pitching may be a priority, Scott Boras — Bellinger’s agent — did reportedly […]

The New York Yankees are among a number of suitors bidding for Cody Bellinger’s services. However, every team interested is being put on hold due to Kyle Tucker and Scott Boras. Tucker is another highly coveted free agent yet to find his new team. Boras is privy to that, and is waiting until his contract […]

This offseason is not going according to plan for the New York Mets. Not only have the Mets lost Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers, with a grand total of $3 million proving to be the difference, they also lost Pete Alonso, a homegrown star for the team since 2019, to the Baltimore Orioles. […]

The MLB world may have been surprised when the announcement came out that Pete Alonso and the Baltimore Orioles were finalizing a five-year, $155 million contract. When Alonso and the New York Mets could not get a long-term deal done, it looked like the writing could be on the wall, and it indeed was. Now, […]

Cody Bellinger is one of the big names available in MLB free agency after a strong season with the New York Yankees. Bellinger’s agent is Scott Boras, a super agent known for his quirky press conferences. According to Boras, there are eight teams vying for the outfielder. The way he told everyone, per MLB.com’s Bryan […]

The New York Yankees posted their second straight 94-68 season in 2025 but the team fell short of the World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays took the AL East crown from the Yankees before knocking them out of the playoffs with a gentleman’s sweep in the ALDS. While Aaron Boone downplayed the gap between the […]

The New York Yankees remain the leading contender to re-sign outfielder Cody Bellinger, but several other teams, including the Mets, Phillies and Blue Jays, are positioned to challenge them as the offseason progresses. Bellinger’s representatives have emphasized that he is “just 1 ½ years older than Tucker, 28,” a comparison aimed at reinforcing his long-term […]

New York Mets fans received clarity on the team’s direction as the early stages of the 2025 MLB offseason take shape, and that shift reignited rumors surrounding the Mets and star slugger Cody Bellinger across the league. New York sent outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers on Sunday in a one-for-one veteran swap for […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an unprecedented opportunity this winter to right a past wrong. Cody Bellinger, the homegrown star who captured National League Rookie of the Year in 2017 and the NL MVP award in 2019, is back on the open market, and the Dodgers must pursue him aggressively. Bellinger proved during his 2025 […]

The 2025-26 MLB free agent pool is stacked with star players. Free agency in baseball is unique because a lot of the best players don’t sign when MLB free agency opens up, unlike in other sports. This year, there are players fresh off a World Series appearance, more star talent coming over from Japan, and […]

New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham decided to accept his $22 million qualifying offer. But that won’t change their free agency plans when it comes to slugger Cody Bellinger. New York plans to continue pursuing Bellinger despite Grisham’s qualifying offer decision, via Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. After a impressive debut with the team, the Yankees […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won two straight World Series titles, and they may look to reunite with an impactful slugger this winter. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Dodgers could attempt to sign outfielder Cody Bellinger if the 30-year-old does not return to the New York Yankees. “Beyond the Yankees, who would like a […]

The offseason is officially here, and the New York Yankees have some decisions to make with the goal of improving the roster for next season. One of the key players to watch is Cody Bellinger, as the star slugger opted out of his $25 million player option to enter free agency. Now, the franchise reveals […]

The baseball winter meetings are almost here, and Cody Bellinger is officially a free agent after opting out of a contract with the New York Yankees. Now, with the meetings getting closer and the Bellinger free agency period beginning, agent Scott Boras made a bold claim about the all-star outfielder, according to USA Today columnist […]

Cody Bellinger’s decision to test the open market officially begins the New York Yankees’ offseason storyline. The former MVP declined his $25 million player option for 2026, finalizing an expected free agency move that reshapes the Yankees’ roster outlook and defines the early tone of MLB’s upcoming free agency market. The New York Post Sports’ […]

Cody Bellinger always seemed like a natural fit with the New York Yankees, and his one year in pinstripes seems to have reflected that. The former MVP hit .272 in 2025 with 29 home runs, 13 stolen bases and a 125 OPS+. It was good enough for Bellinger to opt out of his contract, which […]

The New York Yankees face growing decisions this offseason. Jasson Dominguez is expected to play regularly next year, and that makes the outfield picture more complicated. As MLB’s Bryan Hoch reported, manager Aaron Boone said Dominguez could even play winter ball to prepare for a full-time role. The switch-hitting prospect is being considered for left […]

The New York Yankees have been busy, even though their offseason has just begun. New York moved on from two of its coaches as the team tries to change its philosophies. However, the biggest news so far as been the fact that Cody Bellinger will test free agency, declining his player option. The New York […]

The New York Yankees were eliminated from the postseason as a result of their ALDS loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. Outfielder Cody Bellinger is expected to opt out of his contract, which would make him a free agent this offseason. So will Bellinger return to New York or head elsewhere in free agency? The […]

The New York Yankees were unable to defend their American League crown during the 2025 MLB playoffs, failing to take advantage of what seemed to be a disparity in starting pitching depth and offensive firepower. Fresh off a four-game defeat versus the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL Division Series, another trying offseason awaits. The […]

Cody Bellinger’s first season with the New York Yankees has come to a close after the team was eliminated by the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Division Series. Now, Bellinger has a crucial decision to make. He has a $25 million player decision in his contract for the 2026 season. He can accept […]

The New York Yankees live to fight another day! After dropping the first two games of their ALDS series against the Toronto Blue Jays, New York bounced back in Game 3. They fought through a five-run deficit in the fourth inning to win the game 9-6. As always, the key cog to their comeback was […]