Cody Bellinger's Free Agency Heats Up with Cubs and Blue Jays in the Lead

As negotiations with the Cubs stall over financial terms, the Toronto Blue Jays emerge as a strong contender for the free-agent slugger.

Cody Bellinger's free agency has sparked a bidding war, with the Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays emerging as frontrunners.
Despite mutual interest, negotiations between Bellinger and the Cubs have been prolonged due to financial disagreements.
The Cubs are considering other free agents, including Matt Chapman and pitchers Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, as alternatives.
Bellinger's potential move to the Blue Jays is seen as increasingly likely due to the team's acute need for his services.
The outcome of Bellinger's free agency is seen as pivotal for the Cubs' 2024 season, with the NL Central division appearing up for grabs.