The New York Yankees have submitted a formal offer to re-sign outfielder Cody Bellinger following earlier optimism about retaining the standout from their 2025 roster. Reports peg the deal around five years and $130 million, with Bo Bichette as a potential fallback amid competing interest.
Building on pre-Christmas confidence that Bellinger would not join the Mets and strong internal advocacy from Aaron Judge, the Yankees formally proposed a contract to the 30-year-old free agent on January 2, 2026, per the New York Post. Details are undisclosed but reportedly in the five-year, $130 million range, per ESPN's Buster Olney—potentially low for agent Scott Boras given Bellinger's versatility across outfield and first base.
SNY's Dani Wexelman supports a reunion, praising Bellinger's fit protecting Judge and positional flexibility for manager Aaron Boone. MLB.com's Mark Feinsand notes the Yankees' firm stance to avoid overpaying, yet insiders expect agreement. Competing interest includes the Mets, Dodgers, Angels, Blue Jays, and others.
As a hedge, the Yankees are monitoring Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, per Olney. The 27-year-old All-Star rebounded in 2025 (.311/.357/.483, 18 HR, 3.5 WAR) and is open to second base, despite defensive questions alongside Jazz Chisholm. With spring training nearing, negotiations may accelerate.
