Overview
- General manager Brian Cashman has publicly prioritized a reunion with Cody Bellinger after his strong 2025 season in the Bronx.
- Jon Heyman reports the Yankees feel “somewhat confident” about retaining Bellinger, with contract length the key hurdle and a six-year outcome widely viewed as plausible.
- CBS Sports’ R.J. Anderson predicts Bellinger will re-sign with New York, with Kyle Tucker characterized as the pricier fallback option.
- Empire Sports Media says the Yankees are not budging on years or price as the market softens, while reports note Boras has referenced Alonso and Schwarber deals as benchmarks.
- The Dodgers, Mets and Blue Jays remain linked to Bellinger, preserving outside options even as New York is increasingly viewed as the favorite.