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Yankees Weigh Tough Odds of Keeping Cody Bellinger as Free Agency Looms

Team insiders cite Scott Boras’s leverage plus a reluctance to cross a $300 million tax line.

TORONTO, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 05: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees reacts after striking out during the first inning in game two of the Division Series against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on October 05, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
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Sep 17, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (35) hits a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins during the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Bellinger is expected to decline a $25 million player option and enter free agency after a strong 2025 in New York.
  • NJ.com reporting relayed by Newsweek says the Yankees consider re-signing him a priority but are not confident they can match the likely years and dollars.
  • The 30-year-old posted a .272/.334/.480 line with 29 home runs and 98 RBIs, underscoring his market appeal.
  • Empire Sports Media floated a five-year, roughly $150 million framework as a realistic target, noting about $70 million of room before a $300 million luxury-tax threshold the club prefers to avoid.
  • Contingency planning includes Jasson Domínguez in left field if Bellinger and Trent Grisham depart, potential pitching-for-flexibility trades, and a reported approach to seek a last look if Bellinger nears a deal elsewhere.