Cody Bellinger's Free Agency Heats Up with Blue Jays and Cubs as Favorites

Versatile player's high asking price may be met by Toronto, while other teams make significant moves in the market.

Cody Bellinger, considered one of the top free agents in baseball, is currently being pursued by multiple teams, with the Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs appearing to be the favorites.
Bellinger's versatility, with the ability to play first base and all three outfield positions, is seen as a major asset in his negotiations.
While the Cubs benefited from Bellinger's strong performance in the 2023 season, the Blue Jays are seen as the most likely to meet his high asking price, believed to be well over $200 million.
Bellinger's agent, Scott Boras, has a history of holding out for the best deal, even if it means waiting until late in the off-season.
Other teams, such as the New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants, have already made significant moves in the free agent market, potentially reducing their interest in Bellinger.