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After failing to re-sign star right fielder Juan Soto this offseason, the New York Yankees pivoted, landing veteran lefty Max Fried to shore up the team’s pitching and acquiring former NL MVP Cody Bellinger in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. Both new additions anticipate strong seasons with their new club. But Yankees reporter Meredith […]

New New York Yankees slugger Cody Bellinger is feeling good and ready to take his talents to the Bronx. Bellinger is opening up about his excitement for the 2025 season. He thinks he’s feeling his best. “I can honestly say that. I feel really good with where I’m at. I’m very confident in my ability […]

After missing out on Juan Soto earlier this offseason, the New York Yankees shifted gears by acquiring Cody Bellinger from the Chicago Cubs. They also bolstered their lineup by signing Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million deal following the release of first baseman Anthony Rizzo at the end of the 2024 season. Bellinger has […]

Where will Cody Bellinger and Jasson Dominguez play for the New York Yankees in 2025? During a recent interview on WFAN Sports Radio, Yankees manager Aaron Boone reportedly said that Bellinger will likely play in center field while Dominguez will play in left field, via Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. The Yankees acquired Bellinger in […]

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is planning to rob Cody Bellinger of a home run in 2025. Crow-Armstrong recently made the admission while discussing something he believes would be fun to occur during the 2025 campaign, via Marquee Sports Network. “You know what I think would be the most fun is when we go to […]

The Chicago Cubs have made some moves this offseason, most notably trading Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees and also acquiring slugger Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros. With only a few weeks until spring training, will the Cubbies make any more moves? Chairman Tom Ricketts spoke on that topic during a recent interview […]

The Chicago Cubs have been in the market for a hard-hitting player who can drive the baseball and hit home runs. After they traded outfielder Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees, it appeared the Cubs would have a legitimate interest in signing 3rd baseman Alex Bregman in free agency. The hard-hitting Bregman has spent […]

For a while, it seemed like it wouldn’t happen, but Cody Bellinger is now a member of the New York Yankees. The reigning American League champions acquired him and cash from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for pitcher Cody Poteet on December 17, giving the Yankees needed help to their lineup. And while Bellinger is […]

Cody Bellinger had a disappointing 2024 season with the Chicago Cubs. After being traded to the New York Yankees, Bellinger is hoping to turn things around and get back to the MVP-level he has shown that he can play at earlier in his career. During a media availability on Thursday after his trade to the […]

Cody Bellinger is preparing for the next chapter in his MLB career after being traded from the Chicago Cubs to the New York Yankees. The Bellinger trade has Yankees fans excited, and the former MVP happens to feel the same way. “Everything about it excites me,” Bellinger said recently, via YES Network. “The organization, the […]

The New York Yankees made a trade for Cody Bellinger this week. They picked him up from the Chicago Cubs after they beat New York out in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes. Bellinger’s dad, Clay Bellinger, was a Yankee and the son has always wanted to follow in his footsteps. General manager Brian Cashman said that […]

Cody Bellinger’s offseason just got a whole lot more hectic on Tuesday afternoon. The star outfielder was just traded from the Chicago Cubs to the New York Yankees, where he will be tasked with replacing some of the production that was lost when Juan Soto bolted for the New York Mets in free agency. Bellinger’s trade […]

The Yankees made headlines by acquiring Cody Bellinger from the Cubs, aiming to bolster their outfield after missing out on Juan Soto. Bellinger, 29, brings a strong resume as a former MVP and a reliable bat, though his 2024 numbers — a .266 average with 18 homers and 78 RBIs — suggest room for improvement. […]

The Chicago Cubs cleared out all but $5 million of Cody Bellinger’s $52.5 million contract in their trade with the New York Yankees. Now that the Cubs have some extra money to work with, Chicago is planning out their next steps. The Cubs are showing interest in free agent relievers, via Jon Morosi of the […]

The New York Yankees have been one of the most active teams this offseason. Tuesday’s acquisition of Cody Bellinger from the Chicago Cubs adds another intriguing piece to their puzzle. With Bellinger joining a lineup featuring Aaron Judge and the recently added Jazz Chisholm Jr., the Yankees have options to address their remaining needs. But […]

The union between the New York Yankees and Juan Soto was arranged and only lasted one year, but it was a torrid romance nonetheless. When he decided to jump to the club’s supposedly “lesser sibling” earlier in December, tempers flared. But the Yanks are handling the breakup quite well, judging by their active offseason. The […]

The New York Yankees bolstered their lineup on Tuesday by acquiring Cody Bellinger and cash in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. With Bellinger on his way to New York, it now begs the question: Where will he play in the field, and how will that affect reigning AL MVP Aaron Judge, who primarily played […]

The Chicago Cubs traded Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees on Tuesday. They sent the outfielder and first baseman east after picking up Kyle Tucker in a blockbuster with the Houston Astros. This trade is primarily about the money, as the Cubs are looking to save before having to sign Tucker. Their fans are […]

Cody Bellinger is finally headed to New York. After years of the former MVP being linked to the New York Yankees, Bellinger has been traded from the Chicago Cubs to the Yankees in a big move. Bellinger getting traded is not especially surprising. Rumors picked up steam after the Cubs acquired Kyle Tucker, who is […]

The New York Yankees are staying aggressive after losing Juan Soto in free agency. The team agreed to a trade with the Chicago Cubs for slugger Cody Bellinger on Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Bellinger has two years remaining on his contract, which includes an opt-out after 2025. He has $52.5 million remaining and […]

The New York Yankees have made it no secret that they’re interested in Chicago Cubs first baseman and outfielder Cody Bellinger. But with trade talks stalled between the Yankees and Cubs, New York is looking at other options. Former National League MVP Paul Goldschmidt is one of them, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. […]

As opposed to this time last week, the New York Yankees’ roster looks vastly different. Gone is superstar outfielder Juan Soto, who took a record-breaking contract with the New York Mets late last Sunday. Starting pitcher Nestor Cortes Jr. has also departed, as he went to Milwaukee as part of the return for Brewers relief […]

This offseason, Cody Bellinger’s name has been the focus of trade rumors. The New York Yankees emerged as a potential landing spot for the versatile outfielder and first baseman. However, due to a financial standoff, the trade discussions have hit a snag. “Cody Bellinger would be a great fit for Yankees since he’s very good at […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Jordan Montgomery seem headed towards a split. As the Diamondbacks try to recoup some value, Arizona has their sights set on a former MVP. The Diamondbacks offered Montgomery to the Chicago Cubs for Cody Bellinger, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. However, the Cubs have rebuffed that offer thus far. Perhaps […]

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly considering trading Cody Bellinger or Seiya Suzuki as they look to reallocate resources to other parts of their roster. The Cubs are “determined” to make a move involving one of their outfielders while navigating the complexities of their contracts and the team’s long-term plans, according to Joel Sherman of the […]

The New York Yankees are reportedly re-entering the race for Cody Bellinger’s services. According to multiple sources, the Yankees are one of several teams that have engaged in trade discussions with the Chicago Cubs. The Yankees, Astros and Mariners have all recently checked in with the Cubs about Cody Bellinger, per @MLBBruceLevine pic.twitter.com/vjCc5opGNl — B/R […]

The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks both find themselves in a sticky situation this offseason. They should be motivated to modify their rosters after missing the playoffs in 2024, but each club is saddled with an issue that could stymie any potential free agency pursuits they wish to embark on this winter. Cubs outfielder Cody […]

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the more consistent MLB teams over the years. Atlanta still managed to make a postseason run in 2024 despite Ronald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider both dealing with injuries. The Braves need outfield help for the 2025 season, and according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Atlanta’s “preference” […]

As any general manager in baseball can tell you, the Chicago Cubs are willing to trade Cody Bellinger. They’re actually eager to do so. “The worst-kept secret at the GM meetings was the Cubs offering Bellinger to anyone and everyone,” USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported on Monday. “So far, no team has expressed strong interest.” […]

Cody Bellinger opted into his contract option with the Chicago Cubs for the 2025 MLB season. The 29-year-old likely would have tested free agency had he performed better, but Bellinger slashed just .266/.325/.426/.751 across 130 games played in 2024. In 2023, though, Bellinger hit .307/.356/.525/.881 in 130 games. With Chicago in an uncertain position, trade […]

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly exploring the possibility of trading Cody Bellinger, but rival executives believe it won’t be an easy task. While Bellinger’s offensive and defensive abilities make him a valuable player, his financial situation and recent performance create significant obstacles to a potential deal. After a stellar 2023 season in which Bellinger posted […]

The Chicago Cubs missed out on the playoffs for the fourth straight year this season. The team hasn’t won a postseason game since 2017. Chicago was unable to improve on its 83-win 2023 campaign in a disappointing 2024 season. The Cubs will attempt to rework the roster in an effort to get back to the […]

The Chicago Cubs retained their center fielder and first baseman, Cody Bellinger on Saturday. He picked up his $27.5 million player option for the 2025 season and will not be a free agent, according to Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The move doesn’t surprise many, as if he declined, he would’ve been a […]

The Chicago Cubs missed the playoffs in their first season with Craig Counsell as the manager. The disappointing season was capped by the Milwaukee Brewers, Counsell’s former employer, won the NL Central. The expectations are high in Chicago, as they now have a high-priced manager and bona fide ace in Shota Imanaga. How can Pete […]

Shohei Ohtani suffered a concerning shoulder injury in Game 2 of the World Series. The Los Angeles Dodgers still won the game 4-2, but Ohtani’s injury was far from ideal. Ohtani sent a text message after the game to the team’s group chat, though, and provided an important update. “Nice game, guys,” Ohtani wrote in […]

Officially, the Chicago White Sox just came off the worst MLB season in the modern era. The team went 41-121, breaking the 1962 New York Mets record of 120 losses. Manager Pedro Grifol was fired in the middle of his second season, and GM Chris Getz is gearing up for potentially very long rebuild. Realistically, […]

The Chicago Cubs received some fortunate news on Cody Bellinger this weekend. The 28-year-old outfielder is fully expected to remain with the Cubs instead of opting out of his contract. Bellinger is in the first year of a three-year, $80 million contract, and he will make $27.5 million next year, per Bob Nightengale of USA […]

The San Francisco Giants made a huge deal late Wednesday night by agreeing to a six-year, $151 million contract extension with third baseman Matt Chapman. The deal wipes out the final two years of Chapman’s current contract he signed with the Giants this past offseason and keeps him in San Francisco until 2030. While this […]

The Chicago Cubs reinstated outfielder Cody Bellinger from the 10-day injured list on Monday. What does Bellinger’s return mean for a ball club that has underperformed in 2024? The Cubs are not aggressively buying ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Bellinger could be traded, but he has not been mentioned in trade rumors on a […]