Contract Negotiations
Yankees assume Cody Bellinger will sign elsewhere amid stalled talks
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Negotiations between the New York Yankees and free-agent outfielder Cody Bellinger have reached an impasse, with the team now operating under the assumption that he will sign with another club. The Yankees have offered a five-year deal worth at least $150 million, but Bellinger seeks a longer commitment of up to seven years. As talks stall, the Yankees are exploring alternatives like Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette.
The New York Giants remain in advanced discussions with John Harbaugh to become their next head coach, but a finalized contract has yet to be signed. Reports indicate the holdup centers on contract language rather than financial terms, with sources expressing confidence that a deal will soon be reached. Harbaugh, recently fired by the Baltimore Ravens after 18 years, canceled an interview with the Tennessee Titans amid the talks.
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Following initial trade speculation amid their rebuild, the Vancouver Canucks have extended a second contract offer to restricted free agent Kiefer Sherwood. A wide negotiation gap persists, with reports deeming retention 'highly unlikely' as interest grows from contenders like the Boston Bruins and Dallas Stars.
Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has signed a massive contract extension with ESPN, reportedly worth nearly $40 million annually, as he expands his presence into political commentary. The deal includes a new podcast with SiriusXM, marking a significant evolution in his career from sports analysis to broader media influence. This move comes amid growing intersections between sports media and political discourse.