The New York Yankees and Cody Bellinger formed a strong pairing in 2025, as the former Los Angeles Dodgers MVP excelled alongside Aaron Judge and Trent Grisham in the outfield.

Now a free agent, Bellinger can sign with any team, including the Yankees. While there is mutual interest, negotiations have reportedly stalled in the days leading up to the winter meetings. According to Robert Murray of Fansided.com, the Yankees and Bellinger are “not close” to a new contract, signaling uncertainty about his return.

The situation remains fluid, but Bellinger’s production last season makes him a high-demand player. At 30 years old, he posted a 5.1 bWAR, a .272 batting average, 29 home runs, and strong defensive metrics in the outfield. Teams like the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, and other

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