The New York Yankees’ 2025 season ended with another ALDS heartbreak. Despite Aaron Judge’s record-breaking year and solid contributions from players like Max Fried, Trent Grisham, and Cody Bellinger, the team once again fell short of its World Series goal.

Now, as the offseason begins, the Yankees are expected to make changes. One significant move could be parting ways with Bellinger. The 30-year-old has opted out of his $25 million player option for 2026. That decision leaves New York with an opening in their outfield, and early signs suggest they are already eyeing a new star – Chicago Cubs’ Kyle Tucker.

Cody Bellinger’s time in the Bronx was productive. In 2025, he posted a .272 batting average with a .480 slugging rate. He launched 29 home runs, drove in 98 runs, and posted a 125 wR

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