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Trent Grisham Accepts Yankees’ $22 Million Qualifying Offer, Recasting Offseason Calculus

Brian Cashman signals continued pursuit of Cody Bellinger despite the new one-year commitment.

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 21: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees runs back to dug out between innings during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 21, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Grisham returns on a one-year qualifying offer worth about $22.025 million after a career-best 2025.
  • An MLB insider reports the Yankees still prioritize re-signing Cody Bellinger, with Cashman set to keep talks going with agent Scott Boras.
  • The outfield picture tightens with Aaron Judge, Jasson Domínguez, Grisham and prospect Spencer Jones already in the mix if Bellinger re-signs.
  • Analysts note the salary commitment could constrain additions elsewhere, with rotation targets such as Tatsuya Imai still on the radar.
  • Grisham’s 2025 surge featured 34 home runs and 3.2 WAR, while Steamer projects roughly 2.0–2.5 WAR next season and flags defensive dip tied to a midyear hamstring issue.