Catching up on the latest Yankees news and buzz. Skubal could be on the radar, and the Yankees have enough prospect firepower. Also, updates on the pursuit of Cody Bellinger.

Yankees are ‘clear favorites’ to retain top free agent outfielder

After Trent Grisham accepted the $22 million qualifying offer, the Yankees entered the offseason with less spending space, but their pursuit of Cody Bellinger remains intact. Despite interest from the Blue Jays, Mets, and Dodgers, New York is still viewed as the favorite for the 2025 All-Star outfielder. Bellinger is hitting free agency after posting a 125 OPS+ and 4.9 WAR, positioning himself for a nine-figure contract that the Yankees appear prepared to deliver.

Internally, Grisham’s return hasn’t changed New York’s stance toward Bellinger. Team of

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