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Cody Bellinger Weighs $25 Million Option After Strong Yankees Season

Most observers expect a free-agent pursuit despite his public praise for New York.

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Oct 7, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (35) hits a double in the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game three of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Overview

  • He holds a $25 million player option for 2026 and must choose between exercising it to stay with the Yankees or opting out for free agency.
  • Following the ALDS loss, he said he "had an unbelievable time" in pinstripes and indicated he would welcome a return.
  • He delivered a .272/.334/.480 line with 29 home runs and 98 RBIs in 2025 and contributed across all three outfield spots with additional time at first base.
  • Reporting continues to predict an opt-out, with the Mets, Mariners and Diamondbacks cited as potential bidders alongside the possibility of a Yankees reunion.
  • The Yankees are viewed as firmly in the mix to re-sign him, a priority made more pressing by multiple hitters approaching free agency this offseason.