Overview
- The Yankees have offered Bellinger a five-year deal worth roughly $155–$160 million with no deferrals, per multiple reports.
- Bob Nightengale reports Bellinger seeks at least a seven-year contract, creating the current gap between the sides.
- Talks continue and remain fluid, with MLB insider Mark Feinsand cautioning that the Yankees are not out of the running.
- Jon Heyman reports the Yankees are evaluating at least six fallback options, including free agents Bo Bichette and Kyle Tucker and multiple trade targets.
- The Yankees have checked on Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner, though The Athletic reports Chicago is unlikely to move him absent a blockbuster return.