Overview
- The Yankees have a five-year, $160 million offer with two opt-outs on the table and do not plan to enter a bidding war, per multiple reports.
- The Mets remain interested but prefer a short-term, high–average-annual-value structure similar to Bo Bichette’s recent deal, reflecting their roster and payroll approach.
- Reporting indicates the Blue Jays are unlikely to pursue Bellinger aggressively and the Dodgers have moved on after signing Kyle Tucker, narrowing the field largely to New York’s two clubs.
- While other teams have shown interest, the Yankees’ proposal is the only confirmed formal offer to date, according to The Athletic’s Brendan Kuty.
- Insider Jim Bowden says Bellinger is mulling multiple offers, and both clubs are preparing alternatives, with the Mets exploring starters such as Freddy Peralta and the Yankees eyeing trade-market options.