The New York Yankees may be preparing for a major shake-up this offseason as they risk losing one of their top hitters, Cody Bellinger. With the star slugger opting out of his contract and heading to free agency, the Yankees could be forced to explore alternative options to maintain their offensive strength heading into the 2026 MLB season. Cody Bellinger’s decision to test free agency puts the New York Yankees in a difficult position. The 29-year-old outfielder and first baseman was a consistent force in the lineup, missing only 10 games during the 2025 regular season. He posted a .272 batting average, a .334 on-base percentage, and a .480 slugging percentage.

Bellinger’s ability to handle both first base and the outfield gives him an advantage over many other free agents who are l

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